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Head of Supply Chain


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  • Aylsham
  • 2 weeks ago

JOB TITLE: Head of Supply Chain
LOCATION: Norfolk
Interim & Permanent opportunities
SALARY: Competitive, with excellent salary & package
HOURS: Full-Time/Permanent on site
RELOCATION PACKAGE: Available
We are excited to offer an incredible opportunity for a Head of Supply Chain to join a rapidly growing and dynamic company in a key leadership role.
As Head of Supply Chain, you will be a vital part of the Executive Team, contributing to the strategic direction of the business and driving its vision forward. You will play a hands-on role in leading the supply chain function, ensuring its efficiency, and driving continuous improvements across a wide range of processes.
Key Responsibilities:

Lead the global Supply Chain function to support the business’s growth and operational needs, from new product development to serial production assembly.

Develop and implement procurement strategies, balancing cost, quality, and delivery, and engaging with suppliers to drive long-term, sustainable relationships.

Proactively manage the lifecycle of materials, stock control, and logistics to reduce risks, improve efficiency, and maintain on-time delivery.

Lead and manage a growing team, ensuring their development, engagement, and wellbeing.

Create and implement robust supply chain policies, procedures, and performance metrics to continuously improve operations.

Work with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure a seamless, high-quality product delivery.

Manage international logistics and import/export procedures.

Key Requirements:

Extensive experience in Supply Chain/Purchasing/Procurement leadership within a serial production manufacturing environment.

Background in OEM automotive or aerospace manufacturing

Proven leadership ability with hands-on experience in senior roles.

Solid knowledge of contract law, procurement strategy, and ERP/MRP systems.

Strong negotiation skills and ability to drive change at all levels within an organization.

A degree in a relevant field and professional qualifications/accreditations.

Willingness to travel internationally as required.

Desirable:

Experience in consolidation centre operations.

Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply.

Personal Attributes:

Hands-on, results-driven approach.

Strong negotiator with excellent communication and leadership skills.

Ability to influence stakeholders and motivate teams to achieve goals.

Highly organized with an eye for detail and a proactive mindset.

This position offers an excellent salary, benefits package, and relocation assistance to the right candidate. We are looking for a leader who is passionate about supply chain management and ready to make a significant impact on our business’s future.
If you have the skills and experience to drive our supply chain function to the next level, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our collaborative, forward-thinking team and be part of an exciting growth journey!
Please note: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so don’t delay – apply now

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