Supply Chain Manager

up to £60,000 DOE

Wirral (office based)

Are you an experienced Supply Chain professional with a proven track record in supplier management, international logistics and cost optimisation?

We are partnering with a successful and growing organisation seeking a commercially focused Supply Chain Manager to take ownership of its end-to-end supply chain operations. This is a high-impact role that combines strategic supplier management, inbound logistics and inventory optimisation to ensure products are delivered efficiently, cost-effectively and on time.

The Role

Reporting into the senior leadership team, you will be responsible for driving supply chain performance across procurement, logistics and supplier management whilst supporting business growth through continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute supply chain strategies to improve service, efficiency and profitability
• Manage key supplier relationships, ensuring high levels of performance, quality and reliability
• Lead commercial negotiations covering pricing, payment terms, contracts, rebates, MOQs and service agreements
• Deliver measurable cost savings through strategic sourcing, supplier development and effective management of Purchase Price Variance (PPV)
• Manage international inbound logistics activities, including FCL and LCL container movements
• Work with freight forwarders and logistics providers to optimise freight spend and improve supply chain performance
• Monitor supplier OTIF performance and implement corrective actions where required
• Drive inventory optimisation initiatives to balance product availability with working capital efficiency
• Partner closely with Demand Planning and Operations teams to align supply and demand requirement
• Maintain supplier scorecards and conduct regular performance reviews
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, developing robust contingency plans
• Produce regular reporting on supply chain performance, savings delivery, supplier metrics and logistics costs
• Lead continuous improvement projects

About You

We're looking for a commercially driven supply chain professional who enjoys building supplier partnerships whilst constantly seeking opportunities to improve performance and reduce costs.

You will have:

• Proven experience within Supply Chain Management
• Strong supplier relationship management and negotiation skills
• Demonstrable experience delivering supplier savings, PPV improvements and cost optimisation initiatives
• Experience managing international supply chains and global sourcing activities
• Knowledge of FCL and LCL container movements, freight forwarding and landed cost management
• Strong understanding of inventory management, demand planning and supply chain risk
• Advanced analytical skills with experience using ERP systems and Excel
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Professional supply chain or procurement qualifications (desirable)

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to shape and influence supply chain strategy
• High-profile role with significant commercial impact
• Broad end-to-end supply chain responsibility
• Growing and successful business environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Genuine opportunity for career development and progression

If you're a strategic and commercially astute Supply Chain professional looking for an opportunity to make a tangible impact, we'd love to hear from you.