Head of Supply Chain & Operations - Permanent or Interim

Permanent or Interim role.

The Company:

We’re a fast-growing premium organic food brand, continuing to change the market we created with the introduction of natural, healthy, flavoursome and nutritionally rich recipes.  We are big on sustainability not just in terms of our products but in everything we do in our business.  The UK team, although small, has huge ambitions. We are part of a €1Bn global business and the UK market is a key in further development.

The Opportunity:

This is a fantastic opportunity to manage the complete UK supply chain, bringing product from our 13 European manufacturing sites.  You will manage significant budgets and all third-party logistics, 3PL.  Managing a small team, you will ensure accurate forecasting and stock level efficiency, maintain stock accuracy, and monitor any issues throughout the supply chain, including service delivery on time and in full. In addition, you will provide an efficient, professional sales support function to the wider business. 

You:

High level of SAP experience

Proven operational delivery within Supply Chain – delivers OTIF within budget

Significant Supply Chain experience gained in FMCG markets

Experience of a busy environment where decision making is effective and efficient

Experience of budget responsibility and proven financial skills

Strong analytical and planning ability

Strong communications skills internally and externally from shop floor to boardroom

Ability to work within tight regulatory control

Excellent Microsoft Office skills

Experience working in a business with a European HQ

If you wish to apply for this role, please click on the apply button with a copy of your up to date cv in word format quoting ref number

3731/14gj

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