Do you want to work for an incredibly successful British company who manufactures beautiful custom-built boats from their state-of-the-art facilities in Oxfordshire?
Are you a “hands-on” Supply Chain Director, Head of Supply Chain, Senior Supply Chain Manager with circa 10 years of supply chain people & operational leadership?
Have you gained this experience in custom-built product manufacturing environments such as Automotive, F1, Aerospace, Yachting/Maritime, or similar custom-made products?
If you said yes to the above, then this new Supply Chain Director role could be perfect for you!
The role of Supply Chain Director:
• As the Supply Chain Director, you will be responsible for managing and developing of the Purchasing, and Supply Chain functions in support of the company’s strategic plan
• You will also ensure compliance with applicable policies and procedures while driving budget optimisation in meeting business and operational objectives
• Review and manage relationships with key suppliers, evaluate performance, negotiate terms and prices on a regular basis to ensure that we are getting value for money and supplier performance is in line with our expectations
• Analysing Supply Chain profile and metrics solving any issues and implementing initiatives.
• Manage the company’s logistics functions
• Formulate and deliver a set of strategies on how we procure key categories in the most optimal way in terms of quality, total cost of ownership, and speed to market
• Engaging existing suppliers in our sustainability program and seeking new supplier partnerships which improve our environmental footprint through materials choice, manufacturing process, and freight planning
• Ensure best practice inventory management techniques are in place and when necessary, implemented
• Ensure company compliance and performance to regulatory standards (ISO, etc).
• Work closely with heads of departments to ensure accurate stock availability based on sales forecasts and production demand
• Develop optimal supply chain networks, transportation, and warehousing to achieve cost and delivery targets
• Conduct off-site inspections to check policies and procedures are being properly implemented. International travel will be required
• Drive automation in collaboration with relevant departments
• Develop, train, and motivate direct reports
The requirements of the Supply Chain Director:
• Circa 10 years of experience as a “hands-on” Supply Chain Director, Head of Supply Chain, Senior Supply Chain Manager with experience in custom manufacturing industries such as Automotive, F1, Aerospace, Maritime, or similar manufacturing/engineering sectors
• Formal qualification in procurement and/or Supply Chain, e.g. APICS, CIPS, IoSCM etc
• SAP or similar experience with relevant procurement systems
• Minimum of 5 years management experience in a supply chain/procurement environment
• Global supply chain experience
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills
• Strong organization and project management skills
• Good interpersonal skills and integrity
• Professional approach and ability to represent the business at all levels
Salary & Benefits:
• Base Salary Circa £80,000 – £105,000 DOE
• Circa £6,000 Bonus
• Private Pension
• Private Healthcare
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance program
• Social club & activities
• 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
• Laptop & Mobile
For more information about the role or to apply send your CV now to olivergill@langtonhowarth.com and call Oliver now on +44 (0) 203 911 1000.
You must have full right to work in the UK to be considered for the role.
Beautiful Recruitment Ltd also operates a recommend-a-friend referral scheme. So, if you know someone who would be good for the role, email your nominated candidate’s name and contact details in confidence via email too, and we will ensure you receive £100 (o/e) of vouchers from a high street retailer of your choice once we have successfully placed the person referred by you.