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Supply Chain Manager

Circa £35,000 to £40,000 + Package

Blackburn

Supply Chain Manager required for rapidly expanding, family run business. This is an excellent opportunity to take on an autonomous role where you can really add value to the organisation and be an integral part of the company’s ongoing success.

The successful candidate will be an experienced supply chain manager looking for their next challenge. Those from fast paced production, manufacturing or warehouse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. It is essential you have experience working with international suppliers, negotiating costs and excellent commercial acumen.

This is a new position to the business, you will be accountable for planning and coordinating all supply chain activity. The company currently source their products from abroad and need to increase and improve their existing processes as there is increased demand across the UK. You will be required to build relationships and source new suppliers so the company is able to continue its growth. You will travel to Europe approximately once a month.

You will oversee all purchasing, warehouse, distribution and logistics functions. This will include ensuring VAT and shipping documentation is all present and correct. You will work closely alongside freight distribution partners and ensure H.S.E legislation is adhered to at all time. Where required you will also co-ordinate with the companies South West depot, ensuring as a whole all processes are running as smoothly and effectively as possible.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of an exciting, growing organisation. You will have the opportunity to really put your stamp on this position and enjoy future progression and enjoy a varied and challenging position.

The role

*Improve supply chain strategy, processes and effectiveness

*Work closely alongside the Sales and Operations Director to oversee administration, warehouse and sales team

*Build relationships with international suppliers

*Negotiate costs and ensure all VAT and transport documentation completed

The person

*Experienced supply chain professional

*Excellent commercial acumen

*Willing to travel to European suppliers

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