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Global Supply Chain ManagerAlcedo Selection Limited • Lancaster, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Global Supply Chain Manager

Global Supply Chain Manager

Alcedo Selection Limited • Lancaster, Lancashire, United Kingdom
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

ROLE: Supply Chain Manager



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LOCATION: Lancaster (ideally based within 1.5 hours)


SALARY: Very Competitive Salary package, Bonus Structure, 25 Days Holiday, Pension.


Alcedo Selection is proud to be partnered with a global market leader in the manufacture and distribution of graphic materials. They are well known for exceptional products, which outperform competitor offerings in real-world applications as well as supporting valued customers with unequalled customer service. The company’s global reach has shown significant growth over the last 10 years: they are now specified daily by sign and digital professionals around the world. Class-leading manufacturing, selection and conversion processes guarantee the highest standards of quality, technical compatibility, and consistency in the industry. Due to continued expansion the company have identified the need for a Supply Chain Manager to lead the end-to-end supply chain planning and execution activities.



Job Summary:


Reporting to the Graphics Operations Director and being a key figure in the operations senior leadership team, you will lead demand planning, supply planning, stock management, logistics, capacity planning, customer delivery and the full S&OP process. The role ensures that all planning and service actions support one graphics business made up of three brands that work closely together to meet customer demand. The Supply Chain Manager ensures strong alignment between market demand, operational capability, customer service and cost to serve.



Key Responsibilities:


S&OP Leadership


Lead the full S&OP process including demand review, supply review and regional S&OPs. Ensure clear cadence, documented actions and strong cross functional alignment. Consolidate input from Sales, Marketing, Operations, Customer Service, Procurement and Finance to build one shared plan.


Demand Planning and Forecasting


Create accurate forecasts using historical data, customer insights and commercial input. Monitor forecast accuracy and drive improvement actions.


Supply Planning and Inventory Management


Build mid-term and long-term supply plans that support demand and reflect network capability. Ensure appropriate stock levels across coating, converting and warehouse locations. Monitor service, supply and stock measures and act when performance moves away from expected levels.


Capacity and Network Management


Maintain capacity models for both sites and ensure coating and converting teams understand expected load. Identify constraints and work with Operations to improve throughput, utilisation and overall network effectiveness.


Logistics Management


Manage inbound and outbound logistics to ensure reliable and efficient delivery performance. Coordinate transport partners, warehouse teams and finishing teams across both countries.


Integration Across the Three Brands


Ensure all planning work reflects that the brands operate as one graphics business. Consolidate data, stock information, capacity information and logistics information from all locations.


Management of Different Planning Systems


Work with planning teams that use different tools and ensure all plans remain accurate and consistent. Identify risks created by system differences and build short term solutions while moving toward one system. Maintain a reliable view of demand, supply, stock, logistics and capacity across the entire business.



Who are you:



  • Analytical Skills: Strong ability to interpret data, identify trends, and apply statistical models for forecasting.


Communication & Influencing: Excellent interpersonal skills to manage consensus across multiple stakeholders and regions.


Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with demand planning tools, ERP & APS systems, and advanced Excel and reporting platform like Power BI


Business Acumen: Understanding of supply chain dynamics, market behaviour, and cost-to-serve principles.


Leadership & Collaboration: Strong facilitator able to lead discussions across functions, challenge constructively, and drive alignment


Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Ability to address capacity & network challenges and adapt plans quickly in changing environments.


Language: Fluent English


Education and experience: 10+ years in supply planning or supply chain roles, with exposure to S&OP processes in global & matrix environment. xwwtmva Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Data Science, Statistics & Predictive Analytics, CPIM or similar supply chain certifications will be an advantage.



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