Job Description
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.
\n \nBASIC SALARY: Up to £52,000 (dependent on your relevant experience) \n \nBENEFITS: \n· 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing with service) \n· Pension matched up to 6% \n· Company car (if you want one) \n· KPI Bonus \n· Life assurance & Income protection \n \nLOCATION: Hull \n \nCOMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Leeds, Sheffield, Doncaster, York, Grimsby, Scunthorpe, Gainsborough, Beverley, Bridlington, Goole, Pontefract, Castleford, Scarborough \n \nWhy you should apply: \n· Internal development opportunities \n· Global career development opportunities \n· 4.5 day working week (lunchtime Friday finish) \n \nJOB DESCRIPTION: Production Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager - Manufacturing, ERP \n \nAs 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. \n \nOperating 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. \n \nWith 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.
\n \nYOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Production Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager - Manufacturing, ERP \n \nAs our Production Supply Chain Manager, you will: \n· Lead and optimise the entire supply chain, from raw material procurement to finished product distribution via production \n· Develop and implement a production planning strategy to maximise efficiency and reduce lead times \n· Manage inventory levels to ensure product availability while minimising costs \n· Oversee supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and securing favourable terms \n· Ensure accurate stock controls with strong organisational skills, conducting both perpetual inventory checks and annual stock takes \n· Work closely with external logistics partners to ensure timely delivery of materials and finished goods \n· Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, implementing contingency plans where necessary \n· Use ERP systems (we use Infor M3) to streamline operations and enhance visibility \n· Monitor supply chain performance metrics, implementing improvements where needed \n· Drive a continuous improvement mindset, championing Lean Manufacturing principles \n \nYOUR BACKGROUND: Production Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager - Manufacturing, ERP \n \nTo be successful in this Supply Chain Manager role, you will: \n· Have experience in a supply chain role which has covered, production planning, within a manufacturing environment \n· Be familiar with inventory management, supplier negotiations, and logistics coordination \n· Have strong ERP system experience (Infor M3 is a plus but we can train you) \n· Be data-driven, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills \n· Demonstrate leadership abilities, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive change \n· Be commercially astute, with the ability to balance cost, quality, and delivery requirements \n \nIdeally, you will have experience in aerospace, automotive or high-precision, high volume manufacturing \n \nYOUR EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS: Production Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager - Manufacturing, ERP \n \n· Likely degree educated in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or similar \n· A CIPS Level 5/6 or relevant supply chain qualification is preferred \n· Experience of working in an ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO 45001, IATF and/or AS 9100 would be an advantage \n \nINTERESTED? Click apply! You will receive an acknowledgment of your application.
\n \nPlease 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. \n \nREF: JAC18013, Wallace Hind Selection