Supply Chain Manager - Wallace Hind Selection : Job Details

Are you looking for an opportunity to take ownership of a global supply chain operation within a high-precision manufacturing environment? We want you to challenge the norm, optimise supply-chain processes, and drive operational efficiency. You'll need to bring passion, expertise, and leadership to motivate the wider business and make a real impact as our new Production Supply Chain Manager.   BASIC SALARY: Up to £52,000 (dependent on your relevant experience)   BENEFITS: · 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing with service) · Pension matched up to 6% · Company car (if you want one) · KPI Bonus · Life assurance & Income protection   LOCATION: Hull   COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Leeds, Sheffield, Doncaster, York, Grimsby, Scunthorpe, Gainsborough, Beverley, Bridlington, Goole,  Pontefract, Castleford, Scarborough   Why you should apply:· Internal development opportunities · Global career development opportunities · 4.5 day working week (lunchtime Friday finish)   JOB DESCRIPTION: Production Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager - Manufacturing, ERP   As our new Production Supply Chain Manager, you will take full responsibility for the end-to-end supply chain operation, ensuring the seamless flow of materials from procurement, through production to final product delivery.   Operating in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you will collaborate with internal stakeholders, manage supplier relationships, and optimise inventory levels to maintain efficiency and cost control.   With a focus on continuous improvement, data-driven decision-making, and operational excellence, this is an opportunity to lead strategic initiatives that drive business growth and enhance customer satisfaction.   YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Production Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager - Manufacturing, ERP   As our Production Supply Chain Manager, you will: · Lead and optimise the entire supply chain, from raw material procurement to finished product distribution via production · Develop and implement a production planning strategy to maximise efficiency and reduce lead times · Manage inventory levels to ensure product availability while minimising costs · Oversee supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and securing favourable terms · Ensure accurate stock controls with strong organisational skills, conducting both perpetual inventory checks and annual stock takes · Work closely with external logistics partners to ensure timely delivery of materials and finished goods · Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, implementing contingency plans where necessary · Use ERP systems (we use Infor M3) to streamline operations and enhance visibility · Monitor supply chain performance metrics, implementing improvements where needed · Drive a continuous improvement mindset, championing Lean Manufacturing principles   YOUR BACKGROUND: Production Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager - Manufacturing, ERP   To be successful in this Supply Chain Manager role, you will: · Have experience in a supply chain role which has covered, production planning, within a manufacturing environment · Be familiar with inventory management, supplier negotiations, and logistics coordination · Have strong ERP system experience (Infor M3 is a plus but we can train you) · Be data-driven, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills · Demonstrate leadership abilities, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive change · Be commercially astute, with the ability to balance cost, quality, and delivery requirements   Ideally, you will have experience in aerospace, automotive or high-precision, high volume manufacturing   YOUR EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS: Production Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager - Manufacturing, ERP   · Likely degree educated in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or similar · A CIPS Level 5/6 or relevant supply chain qualification is preferred · Experience of working in an ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO 45001, IATF and/or AS 9100 would be an advantage   INTERESTED? Click apply! You will receive an acknowledgment of your application.   Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection has been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client, and therefore, any direct applications from candidates or agencies will be forwarded to us.   REF: JAC18013, Wallace Hind Selection