Supply Chain Manager
Supply Chain Manager
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Job Description
Want to help us bring happiness to the world Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands infrastructure and people Then this is the place for you.
As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands we dont compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.
To succeed at pladis you need to bepurposeledresilientandpositiveto succeed here because we expect pace andagility we insist oncollaborationand demand accountability. If that is your thing then pladis offers global ambition a clear Vision and roadmap for success challenge and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact
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Supply Chain Manager
What will thisroleachieve
This is an exciting and impactfulrole crucial to delivering value to our Manchester Bakery through the strategic leadership of the Supply Chain function at site.The Manchester Bakery is going through a period of significant growth fuelled by exciting investment so thisrolewill be a key part in driving the success of a busy and exciting Supply Chain program.
The successful candidate will lead a team of Supply Chain professionals covering MRP ERP labour planning and production planning to deliver an endtoend Supply Chain service at site handling some of pladis most iconic brands in the UK and across the globe. The role also has accountability for our warehousing operation managing the flow of goods in and out across a 24/7 operation. The Supply Chain Manager role plays a pivotal part in shaping and managing our manufacturing footprint and will be responsible for ensuring that our customer commitments are paramount through delivery of consistent internal and external service KPIs whilst ensuring that the financial impact of our Supply Chain operation enables the delivery of our site budget. In addition this role will play a key part of the Senior Leadership Team at site responsible for building and delivering the Manchester Strategic Ambition to ensure our factory remains at the forefront of the pladis operation.
What will be your key deliverables
- Motivate and inspireSupply Chain team to deliver daytoday operation
- Responsible for owning the site medium term plan and taking proactive decisions based on trends available to ensure high customer service and effective labour management
- Stakeholder / conduit to central business to represent site interests
- Manchester Leadership team member
- Working with packaging ingredient and agency suppliers to optimise inbound operation identifying and improving key supply challenges
- Inventory management of both raw materials and finished goods to ensure effective management of cost and working capital
- Team Development succession planning coaching to deliver High Performing Team who operate as a cross skilled selfsufficient team
- Accountability to ensure the most efficient labour model to meet factory volume profile ever evolving and optimised to ensure cost optimisation
- Accountability for the safe and efficient operation of our Warehousing operation focused on Right First Time delivery of our incoming ingredients and finished goods
- Supporting our Fit for the Future agenda through proactive management of Supply Chain capital funnel and supporting sitewide capital expenditure delivery.
- Guardian to SKU portfolio identifying areas to rationalise
- Optimised production plan coordinating regular and adhoc activities to ensure that full site agenda is achieved
Bring your experience.
Essential
- Motivated and passionate about Supply Chain Management with a positive solutionfocused character
- Strong understanding of Supply Chain processes in FMCG or similar industry S&OP Demand Planning MRP etc.
- Track record of operating and delivering results in a fastpaced working environment
- Ability to influence stakeholders across all levels on site and the business
- Ability to handle large amounts of data and action quickly to drive actions and results
- Ability to lead cross functional teams & initiatives as part of overall Site Leadership responsibilities
- Experience of managing and developing individuals and teams through coaching mentoring and team building.
- Effective Communication & presentation skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex data or messages to stakeholders at all levels
Desirable
- Experience on Site Leadership Teams
- Experience of Capital Expenditure processes and projects
- Commercial Awareness
Our Values
Purpose led Were energised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every bite
Agile Were ever evolving we never stand still always improving for our customers and our consumers.
Positive Were highly motivated optimistic courageous and we inspire each other to be better
Resilient Were persistent in the face of setbacks quick to adapt learn and move forward
Collaborative We gain strength from operating as one pladis winning and succeeding together
Best mix of ingredients
pladis is an equal opportunities employer like every great recipe were a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work thats as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support live and work in all around the world. Where every voice is heard and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform key job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin marital status veteran status disability age religion or any other classification protected by law.
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy you must have agreed to and signed our terms of business.
We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
