Supply Chain Manager

About the Job: Role: Supply Chain Manager Sector: FMCG / In House Logistics Location: Walsall, West Midlands Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 Days Office / 2 Days Home Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum + Up to 20% Annual Bonus Contract: Full-Time, Permanent About the role: Loom Talent are proud to have been retained by a repeat client, who are rapidly expanding. As a result, are seeking a Supply Chain Manager to join their Supply Chain team. Reporting into the Head of Supply Chain, the Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for driving performance across the end-to-end supply chain: Key Responsibilities: • Developing and delivering supply chain strategies that support business growth and operational excellence. • Identifying opportunities to improve efficiencies while reducing costs and increasing commercial income. • Managing supplier partnerships and negotiating sustainable agreements that deliver value for both the business and their suppliers. • Leading initiatives across backhaul, primary transport, centralisation, pallet storage, tray rental and consolidation. • Using data and insight to identify opportunities, develop business cases and deliver measurable improvements. • Managing supply chain Joint Business Plans (JBPs) to ensure cost-effective and efficient routes to market. • Leading projects that improve systems, processes and supply chain visibility. • Coaching and developing your team, creating a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. • Championing sustainability by reducing waste, improving transport efficiency and supporting environmentally responsible supply chain solutions. About You: The successful candidate for the role of Supply chain Manager will be an experienced supply chain professional with a strong commercial mindset and the ability to influence stakeholders at every level. Essential Skills & Experience for the for the role of Supply Chain Manager: • Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience. • A track record of delivering cost savings, operational improvements and commercial value. • Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills. • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to turn complex data into meaningful business decisions. • Experience leading projects and implementing change across operational functions. • Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills. • Previous people management experience with a passion for developing high-performing teams. • Previous experience leading and developing teams within a fast-paced FMCG, Retail, Wholesale or Distribution environment. • Experience in a Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain environment. • Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies, stock management and supply chain principles. • Experience driving improvements in stock availability, forecast accuracy and inventory performance. • Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation. • Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. • Experience using planning systems and data to drive operational and commercial performance. • Ability to translate complex data into meaningful business insights and recommendations. • Be commutable to the Walsall area 3+ Days per week. Desirable • Professional qualifications such as CIPS, ILM, Project Management or postgraduate study in Supply Chain or Logistics would be advantageous but are not essential. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing business where you can make a genuine impact on supply chain performance and customer satisfaction. Package: • Competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000 • Annual performance bonus of up to 20% • Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home • 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays • Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service • Company pension scheme • Employee discount and colleague benefits platform • Ongoing learning and development opportunities • Career progression within a successful and growing organisation If you're an experienced Supply chain professional with a passion for leadership, forecasting excellence and supply chain performance, I look forward to hearing from you.