Supply Chain Lead

• Abercynon 100% Office Based

A leading UK-based manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Lead to oversee strategic and day-to-day operations across purchasing, planning, and goods movement.

This is a key leadership position responsible for delivering the strategic supply chain plan and optimising performance across all operational areas. You'll lead cross-functional collaboration, drive efficiency, and ensure seamless supply-demand balance across the business.

Strategic Planning & Optimisation

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with business goals

• Lead end-to-end planning, balancing demand and production

• Oversee inventory planning and delivery

• Drive continuous improvement to enhance performance and reduce lead times

Sales Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP)

• Lead the SIOP process to align demand, production, inventory, and procurement

• Collaborate with sales, finance, and operations teams

• Use market trends and data to guide strategic decisions

Production Planning & Master Scheduling

• Build and maintain a robust master production schedule

• Coordinate capacity scenarios with operations

• Work closely with manufacturing to ensure smooth production flow

• Adjust schedules proactively based on fluctuations in supply or demand

Inventory & Stores Management

• Oversee stock level policies to meet production needs without overstocking

• Improve warehouse and handling processes for accuracy and efficiency

• Increase inventory accuracy through audits and process improvements

Supplier & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Manage supplier relationships and mitigate risks

• Work with procurement to improve supplier performance and reduce costs

• Experience in end-to-end supply chain leadership in a manufacturing/production setting

• Degree or equivalent in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

• Certifications such as APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or Six Sigma are an advantage

• Strong experience with SIOP, production planning, and inventory management

• Effective cross-functional collaboration skills

• Strong data analysis and decision-making abilities

• Proven leadership and change management skills

• Commercial awareness and a focus on operational efficiency

• Competitive salary

• Enhanced pension contributions

• Healthcare cashback plan

• Site incentive plan

• Financial wellbeing benefits

• Employee assistance programme

• Lifestyle and retail discounts

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Discounted RAC and gym memberships

• 5 weeks holiday (in hours) plus bank holidays

• A friendly, supportive workplace culture focused on wellbeing and sustainability