Head of Supply Chain

Time Appointments are proud to be working on behalf of a reputable and well-established wholesaler based in Harwich, who are currently seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Head of Supply Chain to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to take ownership of the full supply chain function, driving efficiency and ensuring the seamless flow of goods from supplier to customer.

Key Duties & Responsibilities :

• Lead demand and supply planning, forecasting, and alignment with business goals.
• Drive efficient business planning and data-driven decisions to enhance operational performance
• Optimise the end-to-end supply chain to improve inventory management, lead times, and on-time delivery
• Manage and build strong relationships with 3PL providers
• Collaborate with the Sales team to plan for upcoming promotions and events
• Conduct capacity planning in partnership with internal stakeholders
• Deliver regular reporting and business analysis to inform strategic decisions
• Proactively identify and address potential supply chain risks or disruptions
• Oversee inbound material scheduling in line with inventory targets and business needs
• Lead the implementation of supply chain infrastructure and process improvement initiatives
• Manage and develop a team of 7 FTE, including future recruitment, training, and performance reviews
• Monitor supply chain KPIs to ensure targets are consistently met
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align logistics with sourcing and demand forecasting
• Ensure departmental KPIs and company objectives are met

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