Procurement and Supply Chain Manager
Your new company
At SFI Health, we believe we have the responsibility to bring proven natural health solutions to people’s healthcare needs. We are a global natural health company committed to sourcing and producing natural medicines to the highest standards. Backed by evidence of effectiveness, quality and safety, our products are marketed around the world using our international community of leading life sciences companies and distributor networks.
You will join the business at a time of significant positive change and be able to directly contribute to the strategic goals.
To find out more, please visit: https://www.sfihealth.com/about-us/our-story
To learn more about our organisation and our brands please visit:
* Sfihealth.com
* klaire.com
* sfihealthsolutions.com
* Flordis.com.au
Job purpose:
The post holder will support achievement of the Company’s strategic objectives through effective management of the supply chain & procurement processes. Leading supply chain improvement initiatives to reduce costs and enhance efficiency. Developing action plans to increase profitability through supply chain optimization. Identifying competitive actions from suppliers for raw materials.
Key responsibilities and accountabilities:
Main Duties
* Ensure the effective management in the flow of goods and services within the Procurement, Planning and Warehouse functions of the business and for the administration of sales orders from receipt to despatch (Directly or via distribution centre)
* Working with Regulatory and Quality to ensure raw materials are procured from accredited suppliers and managed through quarantine for release to production in a timely manner.
* Development and maintenance of efficient procurement processes via the quality system of SOPs and current MRP system in place
* Maintenance of effective cost control system which provides accurate information on current raw material prices and routings within the GMP production facility. Negotiating terms and prices with suppliers and shipping companies, monitoring and assessing their performance and maintaining cost-effective practices
* Monitoring and Maintenance of Supplier Contracts. Implementing logistic strategies, tracking goods from the origination point to the warehouse.
* Analysing the supply chain data and solving any issues or putting alternative plans in place. Identifying and minimising risk by predicting the demand for products and adopting new technology with no interruption to the process.
* Managing inventory, packing, and distributing & Developing safety guidelines.
* Establish a list of approved and qualified suppliers in conjunction with the Quality Manager and maintain records showing the scope of their accepted supply.
* Work with Regulatory to provide information on API material/suppliers for licensed (THR) products.
* Provide regular forecast requirements to main suppliers in alignment with production requirements.
* Maintain accuracy of stock inventory within the computerised MRP system.
* Contributes through proper planning to reduce ITR and stock piling.
* Guarantees the compliance with the rules, regulations and provisions of the UK Authorities concerning the import / export activities of the Company’s products.
* Update of the MPF schedule and contribute to the monthly forecast meetings to ensure materials are received in a timely manner to fulfil the production schedule.
* Input into new product development via materials sourcing and costings.
Role owner will lead a team of two employees, driving productivity, collaboration, and high-quality work outcomes. This role involves providing hands-on support, coaching, and strategic direction, ensuring that team goals align with broader company objectives.
The Manager will act as a key link between the team and upper management, overseeing daily operations, setting performance expectations, and fostering a positive and engaged work environment.
Qualification/ Training certificate:
* Management degree or relevant experience particularly in a pharmaceutical background.
* Strong working knowledge of relevant computer systems including MS Office, Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint), TrackWise and SAP.
* Right to work in UK
Experience Profile:
* Minimum 05 to 10 years of significant Supply Chain & procurement experience including stock control, planning, customer service and Distribution management experience ideally within pharmaceutical or the food manufacturing sector.
* Management of negotiations including the utilisation of procurement processes including contract development, SLAs and risk assessments
* Experience in data & cost management.
Personal Attributes
* Leadership & people management skills
* Business acumen and the ability to effectively plan and ensure delivery of tangible business plans and actions.
* Self-driven, action-oriented mindset with a positive can-do outlook
* Credible and comfortable dealing with internal and external customers
* Innovative and creative thinker who proactively seeks solutions amongst uncertainty or ambiguity.
* Comfortable with change; prepared to alter the course as dictated by the business or customer needs.
* Passion for natural healthcare desirable.
What you need for success:
* Communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with various internal and external stakeholders.
* Data focussed and analytical approach.
* Skilled negotiator adept at managing negotiations and commercially astute
* Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
* Ability to coach, develop and mentor team.
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects with excellent attention to detail.
* Results focussed.
* SAP Knowledge and Management
What we can offer:
We understand the importance of work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional needs. This is an exceptionally good time to join this transforming business with an ambitious roadmap. Along with.
* Industry-competitive salary and equity
* Diverse Work culture
* Flexi working
* Work from home facility.
* Paid holiday +Bank Holidays
* Company Sick pay
* Company Bonus scheme
* Insurance
* Free car parking
* Pension
To all recruitment agencies:
We are not looking to engage Agencies currently and only hiring in Wigan.