Supply Chain Supervisor - HYBRID Role

Supply Chain Supervisor

JOB LOCATION: Milton Keynes MK10 0BZ

DURATION: PERM Role

TYPE: HYBRID

SALARY: £35K + PA Benefits (NEGOTIABLE for RIGHT CANDIDATE)

Job Description:

Main responsibilities include overseeing the end-to-end movement of goods while leveraging SAP ECC for data-driven decision-making. Bridging the gap between operational execution and strategic analysis to ensure a seamless, compliant flow of materials.

Lead a team of 4 persons looking after Order management, Goods In/Out, Warehouse optimisation in a busy and compact Engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Management & Material Flow: Supervise daily activities related to the seamless flow of materials, including receipt, storage, and distribution to support uninterrupted production.
• SAP ECC Optimization: Act as a "Key User" for SAP ECC, maintaining planning parameters (safety stocks, lead times) and ensuring high data integrity within modules like MM (Materials Management) and WM (Warehouse Management).
• Analytical Oversight: Generate and interpret KPI reports on metrics such as inventory accuracy, supplier on-time delivery, and freight costs to identify bottlenecks and trends.
• Logistics & Customs Compliance: Coordinate with 3rd party logistics providers (3PLs) and customs brokers to manage international trade documentation, ensuring adherence to import/export regulations and timely customs clearance.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead Lean initiatives and process modernization to reduce costs, minimize waste, and enhance supply chain responsiveness.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience: Typically 5+ years in supply chain, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in SAP ECC (specifically MM, PP, and SD modules) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data manipulation.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of Harmonized System (HS) codes, trade laws, and logistics strategies.
• Analytical Ability: Strong problem-solving skills to interpret complex data and develop contingency plans for supply disruptions.
• Microsoft Office Expertise: Strong administrative ability in Excel, Word, Powerpoint and Power BI