Head of Supply Chain

Lead the end-to-end supply chain function across procurement, planning, and logistics, driving performance, efficiency, and strategic alignment across a complex manufacturing operation. You'll play a key role in strengthening processes, improving S&OP, and leading teams to deliver measurable commercial and operational improvements.

Client Details

Our client is a market-leading manufacturing business operating within a highly competitive sector, supplying essential products into major infrastructure and construction projects across the UK. With a strong revenue base and ambitious growth plans, the business is investing in its supply chain capability, creating an opportunity to lead transformation and drive performance across procurement, planning, and logistics.

Description

• Lead and execute the end-to-end supply chain strategy across procurement, planning, manufacturing support, and logistics
• Build and embed KPI frameworks across all functions to drive performance, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Own and enhance the S&OP process, improving forecasting accuracy and alignment across commercial and operational teams
• Lead, coach, and develop multi-layered teams, raising capability across procurement, planning, and logistics functions
• Drive supplier strategy, including negotiation, performance management, and cost optimisation across key categories
• Oversee logistics and warehousing operations, improving efficiency, service levels, and operational maturity
• Identify and deliver process improvements across the supply chain, leveraging data, systems, and modern best practices
• Play a key role in business transformation, implementing scalable processes and supporting continued growth of the UK operation

Profile

A successful Head of Supply Chain should have:

• Proven leadership of end-to-end supply chain functions across procurement, planning, and logistics within a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing supply chain strategies that improve performance, cost efficiency, and service levels
• Strong track record of building, leading, and developing multi-layered teams, with the ability to drive accountability and uplift capability
• Highly commercial mindset, with deep experience in supplier management, negotiation, and driving value across complex supply bases
• Experience implementing and embedding KPI frameworks, S&OP processes, and cross-functional ways of working
• Proven ability to lead transformation initiatives, improving processes, systems, and overall supply chain maturity
• Strong analytical capability with advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems (e.g. Sage X3), using data to drive decision-making

Job Offer

• £80,000-£85,000 salary plus bonus within a £100m+ UK business
• Hybrid working (3 days onsite) with flexibility where needed
• Opportunity to lead and transform a full end-to-end supply chain function
• High-visibility role reporting directly to the Operations Director
• Chance to shape strategy, improve processes, and drive real business impact
• Strong long-term growth backed by a global organisation
• Full ownership across procurement, planning, and logistics operations

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role in the procurement and supply chain department within the industrial and manufacturing sector. Apply today to join a forward-thinking team in South East Bedfordshire!