Head of Supply Chain
Posted 2 hours 5 minutes ago by Reed
£60,000 - £70,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Norfolk, Norwich, United Kingdom, NR1 1
Job Description
Head of Supply Chain
About the Role
This position is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end supply chain function within the sector. The role includes managing procurement, supplier relationships, production planning and inventory control to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and timely delivery of products.
Key Responsibilities
Supplier & Procurement Oversight
- Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance.
- Review agreements, pricing and product quality.
- Support contract negotiation and maintain strong supplier communication.
Financial & Cost Control
- Track budgets and material spend.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining standards.
Team Leadership
- Lead and develop the supply chain team.
- Oversee workloads, reviews, KPIs and day-to-day coordination.
Inventory & Production Planning
- Manage forecasting, stock levels, and production scheduling.
- Align supply with business demand.
Process & System Improvement
- Implement best-practice processes.
- Support system enhancements to improve efficiency.
- Monitor key metrics such as inventory, delivery performance and cost.
Compliance & Sustainability
- Ensure supplier compliance with relevant regulations.
- Support sustainability and ethical sourcing initiatives.
Risk & Performance Management
- Identify risks within the supply chain and propose mitigation plans.
- Produce regular reporting and performance updates.
About You
- Strong background in supply chain management.
- Experience leading teams and improving processes.
- Analytical, detail-focused and commercially aware.
- Able to work collaboratively across departments.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.
Experience & Qualifications
- Several years of experience in supply chain or operations management.
- Background in supplier management, planning, and performance reporting.
- Professional qualifications desirable but not essential.
Please apply today or email with your CV.