Rochdale £85,000 - £95,000 + bonus and benefits Overview This long-established business is a UK textile company that supplies high quality fabrics for interiors. Specialising in soft furnishing fabrics including curtain linings, blackout fabrics, upholstery and decorative textiles, their products are adopted in a range of sectors including hospitality, healthcare, retail and education. Following an organisational structure review, they are now looking to appoint a highly accomplished Supply Chain Director to lead the Supply Chain Planning team consisting of 6 staff. This is an office based role so applicants will need to be within a viable radius of Rochdale. Key Responsibilities This newly created role will report to the MD and have responsibility for stock management, OTIF, obsolescence and product life cycles. Overseeing a SKU count of around 7000, manage activities of forecasting and planning a wide SKU base. Provide vision and direction for the development of the overall business strategy as well as for demand and supply planning to drive forecast accuracy. Through the Planning Manager, lead key customer collaboration to improve overall supply chain performance and service levels. Own finance and performance management for the Supply Chain department developing budgets and establishing and driving KPIs. Hold overall responsibility for site operations including warehousing, logistics and facilities. Person Specification CIPS Level 5 qualified or similar and an established Supply Chain leader with strong strategic capabilities and management skills that enable strategic visions to be rolled out across a supply chain operations team. Experience from the textiles industry would be beneficial although close consideration will be given to those with an aligned background and used to working in a fast-paced challenging, high SKU and dynamic environment. Detailed track record of experience in global supply chain and inventory management with a bias on inventory control, planning and forecasting. A charismatic and influential leader who is used to running Supply Chain teams in a global supply chain context. Conversant with shipping direct from global supply bases and import and shipping compliance and processes. Possess a really detailed understanding of the key indicators in stock management and control, planning and forecasting. Processing Your Data Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so. Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role. Apply now Name Email Upload CV No file chosen Drag and drop your CV here Upload your CV/resume or any other relevant file. Max size: 2MB. Please tick this box to consent to us using your data. How we use your data is outlined in our privacy policy .
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Rochdale £85,000 - £95,000 + bonus and benefits Overview This long-established business is a UK textile company that supplies high quality fabrics for interiors. Specialising in soft furnishing fabrics including curtain linings, blackout fabrics, upholstery and decorative textiles, their products are adopted in a range of sectors including hospitality, healthcare, retail and education. Following an organisational structure review, they are now looking to appoint a highly accomplished Supply Chain Director to lead the Supply Chain Planning team consisting of 6 staff. This is an office based role so applicants will need to be within a viable radius of Rochdale. Key Responsibilities This newly created role will report to the MD and have responsibility for stock management, OTIF, obsolescence and product life cycles. Overseeing a SKU count of around 7000, manage activities of forecasting and planning a wide SKU base. Provide vision and direction for the development of the overall business strategy as well as for demand and supply planning to drive forecast accuracy. Through the Planning Manager, lead key customer collaboration to improve overall supply chain performance and service levels. Own finance and performance management for the Supply Chain department developing budgets and establishing and driving KPIs. Hold overall responsibility for site operations including warehousing, logistics and facilities. Person Specification CIPS Level 5 qualified or similar and an established Supply Chain leader with strong strategic capabilities and management skills that enable strategic visions to be rolled out across a supply chain operations team. Experience from the textiles industry would be beneficial although close consideration will be given to those with an aligned background and used to working in a fast-paced challenging, high SKU and dynamic environment. Detailed track record of experience in global supply chain and inventory management with a bias on inventory control, planning and forecasting. A charismatic and influential leader who is used to running Supply Chain teams in a global supply chain context. Conversant with shipping direct from global supply bases and import and shipping compliance and processes. Possess a really detailed understanding of the key indicators in stock management and control, planning and forecasting. Processing Your Data Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so. Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role. Apply now Name Email Upload CV No file chosen Drag and drop your CV here Upload your CV/resume or any other relevant file. Max size: 2MB. Please tick this box to consent to us using your data. How we use your data is outlined in our privacy policy .
Supply Chain Manager - Distribution Location: Manchester Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Working Pattern: Office based The Role An established Manchester-based distribution business is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead its end-to-end supply chain, procurement and customer service functions. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a hands-on leadership role with accountability for supplier performance, inventory strategy, customer OTIF delivery and overall supply chain efficiency. The successful candidate will be comfortable operating at both strategic and operational level, while directly managing complex suppliers, order books and customer commitments. The role owns the complete supply chain journey, from purchase order placement and inbound supply through to customer dispatch, delivery confirmation and contract performance. Please note, this role is not heavy on day-today purchasing and procurement activity. You'll be either a seasoned Supply Chain Professional, or perhaps have completed relevant higher education and have industry experience gained through internships/placements/graduate schemes within a large organisation. We're open to speaking to candidates at both ends of the spectrum. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Stakeholder Management Overall responsibility for Procurement, Order Processing and Customer Service functions Line management and development of an office-based Supply Chain & Customer Service team (circa 4 direct reports) Acting as a key interface between customers, suppliers and internal commercial teams Working closely with the Managing Director and senior stakeholders to support commercial and operational objectives End-to-End Supply Chain Management Full ownership of the end-to-end supply chain, from supplier engagement through to customer delivery Hands-on placement of purchase and sales orders, creation and management of order books Proactive review of customer order books, identifying risks and implementing solutions to avoid delays Accountability for customer OTIF performance, late order resolution and delivery confirmation Participation in customer contract reviews and regular customer meetings to resolve issues or escalate risks Procurement & Supplier Management Managing a multi-million-pound procurement spend (£2.5m stockholding) Negotiating pricing, terms and agreements with key suppliers during RFQ and day-to-day purchasing activity Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships, including engagement with overseas suppliers in the Far East Improving supplier performance to increase stock availability without increasing inventory value Understanding and managing international lead times, Incoterms and seasonal impacts (e.g. Chinese New Year) Inventory & Demand Planning Strategic and operational oversight of stock across a high-SKU environment Managing stock levels using replenishment techniques such as Min/Max, Order Point/Order Quantity and Up-To systems Forecasting demand while accounting for seasonality and changing customer requirements Managing time-critical, perishable and short shelf-life products to minimise write-offs and residual stock Logistics & 3PL Management Management of 3PL partners, including escalation of service issues Monitoring logistics performance and benchmarking costs Identifying opportunities to reduce spend through consolidation, efficiency improvements and minimising additional charges Coordinating shipping, dispatch and arrival schedules to reduce landed costs Systems, Reporting & Continuous Improvement Extensive use of Excel to analyse large datasets and produce clear, actionable reports Developing new KPI reports to support decision-making across supply chain and customer performance Reviewing and updating SOPs, particularly in line with ERP system implementations Driving continuous improvement About You Degree qualified or equivalent professional experience Proven experience in supply chain or operations management Strong commercial awareness and experience supporting customer contracts Confident negotiating with suppliers and managing third-party partners Highly analytical, with advanced Excel and reporting capability Comfortable operating in a hands-on role while leading a team Strong communicator, effective with customers, suppliers and senior stakeholders Experience working with or implementing ERP and supply chain systems What's on Offer A senior, visible role within a stable and well-established business Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 Long-term career development and progression We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Supply Chain Manager - Distribution Location: Manchester Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Working Pattern: Office based The Role An established Manchester-based distribution business is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead its end-to-end supply chain, procurement and customer service functions. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a hands-on leadership role with accountability for supplier performance, inventory strategy, customer OTIF delivery and overall supply chain efficiency. The successful candidate will be comfortable operating at both strategic and operational level, while directly managing complex suppliers, order books and customer commitments. The role owns the complete supply chain journey, from purchase order placement and inbound supply through to customer dispatch, delivery confirmation and contract performance. Please note, this role is not heavy on day-today purchasing and procurement activity. You'll be either a seasoned Supply Chain Professional, or perhaps have completed relevant higher education and have industry experience gained through internships/placements/graduate schemes within a large organisation. We're open to speaking to candidates at both ends of the spectrum. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Stakeholder Management Overall responsibility for Procurement, Order Processing and Customer Service functions Line management and development of an office-based Supply Chain & Customer Service team (circa 4 direct reports) Acting as a key interface between customers, suppliers and internal commercial teams Working closely with the Managing Director and senior stakeholders to support commercial and operational objectives End-to-End Supply Chain Management Full ownership of the end-to-end supply chain, from supplier engagement through to customer delivery Hands-on placement of purchase and sales orders, creation and management of order books Proactive review of customer order books, identifying risks and implementing solutions to avoid delays Accountability for customer OTIF performance, late order resolution and delivery confirmation Participation in customer contract reviews and regular customer meetings to resolve issues or escalate risks Procurement & Supplier Management Managing a multi-million-pound procurement spend (£2.5m stockholding) Negotiating pricing, terms and agreements with key suppliers during RFQ and day-to-day purchasing activity Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships, including engagement with overseas suppliers in the Far East Improving supplier performance to increase stock availability without increasing inventory value Understanding and managing international lead times, Incoterms and seasonal impacts (e.g. Chinese New Year) Inventory & Demand Planning Strategic and operational oversight of stock across a high-SKU environment Managing stock levels using replenishment techniques such as Min/Max, Order Point/Order Quantity and Up-To systems Forecasting demand while accounting for seasonality and changing customer requirements Managing time-critical, perishable and short shelf-life products to minimise write-offs and residual stock Logistics & 3PL Management Management of 3PL partners, including escalation of service issues Monitoring logistics performance and benchmarking costs Identifying opportunities to reduce spend through consolidation, efficiency improvements and minimising additional charges Coordinating shipping, dispatch and arrival schedules to reduce landed costs Systems, Reporting & Continuous Improvement Extensive use of Excel to analyse large datasets and produce clear, actionable reports Developing new KPI reports to support decision-making across supply chain and customer performance Reviewing and updating SOPs, particularly in line with ERP system implementations Driving continuous improvement About You Degree qualified or equivalent professional experience Proven experience in supply chain or operations management Strong commercial awareness and experience supporting customer contracts Confident negotiating with suppliers and managing third-party partners Highly analytical, with advanced Excel and reporting capability Comfortable operating in a hands-on role while leading a team Strong communicator, effective with customers, suppliers and senior stakeholders Experience working with or implementing ERP and supply chain systems What's on Offer A senior, visible role within a stable and well-established business Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 Long-term career development and progression We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Morson is delighted to be working in partnership with a market leading Aerospace organisation to recruit a Supply Chain Director for an initial 6 Month contract. There is a rate of £600-£750 Per Day Umbrella on offer for the successful candidate. The role would be based at my clients offices in Wolverhampton through we would expect that there will be some hybrid working. Please find the job spec. below: We are recruiting a UK Supply Chain Director to lead end-to-end supply chain performance for my client's business. This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for direct material spend, supplier performance, and supply chain resilience in a highly regulated environment. This role suits a commercially minded, solutions-driven leader who thrives on fixing problems, improving systems, and raising standards. You'll be well versed in creating high performing teams, supporting NPI & creating a proactive rather than reactive culture. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? • Leading the end-to-end supply chain across two UK aerospace manufacturing sites • Owning and executing the UK supply chain strategy aligned to business and customer requirements • Full accountability for all direct material spend, including raw materials and engineered components • Driving cost reduction, value engineering, and total cost of ownership initiatives • Negotiating and managing strategic supplier agreements • Ensuring continuity of supply, capacity assurance, and supplier risk mitigation • Leading supplier performance across OTIF, quality, cost, and delivery • Ensuring materials availability to support production plans and programme commitments • Improving S&OP, MRP effectiveness, inventory optimisation, and working capital performance • Embedding a continuous improvement culture across procurement, planning, and logistics • Leading structured improvement initiatives to eliminate root cause issues • Building, developing, and holding accountable a high-performing, multi-site supply chain team Essential skills: • Senior supply chain leadership experience within aerospace or a similarly regulated manufacturing environment • Proven ownership of direct spend and complex supplier networks • Excellent commercial capability with confident supplier negotiation experience Desirable skills: • Track record of delivering cost, delivery, and supply resilience improvements • Experience leading multi-site supply chain teams • Comfortable operating at pace in a demanding, high-accountability environment • Degree qualified (Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business) • Lean / Six Sigma or equivalent continuous improvement experience • Experience supporting NPI or programme ramp-ups Simply hit the 'Apply Now' button for immediate consideration.
Apr 15, 2026
Contractor
Morson is delighted to be working in partnership with a market leading Aerospace organisation to recruit a Supply Chain Director for an initial 6 Month contract. There is a rate of £600-£750 Per Day Umbrella on offer for the successful candidate. The role would be based at my clients offices in Wolverhampton through we would expect that there will be some hybrid working. Please find the job spec. below: We are recruiting a UK Supply Chain Director to lead end-to-end supply chain performance for my client's business. This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for direct material spend, supplier performance, and supply chain resilience in a highly regulated environment. This role suits a commercially minded, solutions-driven leader who thrives on fixing problems, improving systems, and raising standards. You'll be well versed in creating high performing teams, supporting NPI & creating a proactive rather than reactive culture. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? • Leading the end-to-end supply chain across two UK aerospace manufacturing sites • Owning and executing the UK supply chain strategy aligned to business and customer requirements • Full accountability for all direct material spend, including raw materials and engineered components • Driving cost reduction, value engineering, and total cost of ownership initiatives • Negotiating and managing strategic supplier agreements • Ensuring continuity of supply, capacity assurance, and supplier risk mitigation • Leading supplier performance across OTIF, quality, cost, and delivery • Ensuring materials availability to support production plans and programme commitments • Improving S&OP, MRP effectiveness, inventory optimisation, and working capital performance • Embedding a continuous improvement culture across procurement, planning, and logistics • Leading structured improvement initiatives to eliminate root cause issues • Building, developing, and holding accountable a high-performing, multi-site supply chain team Essential skills: • Senior supply chain leadership experience within aerospace or a similarly regulated manufacturing environment • Proven ownership of direct spend and complex supplier networks • Excellent commercial capability with confident supplier negotiation experience Desirable skills: • Track record of delivering cost, delivery, and supply resilience improvements • Experience leading multi-site supply chain teams • Comfortable operating at pace in a demanding, high-accountability environment • Degree qualified (Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business) • Lean / Six Sigma or equivalent continuous improvement experience • Experience supporting NPI or programme ramp-ups Simply hit the 'Apply Now' button for immediate consideration.
The Company Loom Talent have been exclusively appointed by a leading stockist & distribution focused Logistics business to help source a Warehouse Site Manager position to oversee all UK Warehouse activities from the RDC in Birmingham (B42). Our client offers innovative solutions to a ranging client base including: Retail, E-Commerce, FMCG and General Merchandise. The Role The Warehouse Site Manager will play a critical role in leading all activity across the Birmingham operation whilst working closely with the Group Operations Director. This position is a truly exciting opportunity, with lots of autonomy for an experienced Logistics & Supply Chain professional to be at the forefront of a rapidly expanding organisation. Core aspects of the Warehouse Site Manager role: End-to-End Supply Chain Management - Oversee the full supply chain process, ensuring efficient procurement, inventory control, and demand planning to meet business needs. Manage a team of c. 70 indirect reports. Optimise Logistics Operations - Manage warehouse, and distribution activities to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries. Supplier & Vendor Relationships - Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, logistics partners, and key stakeholders to drive performance and cost efficiency's. Inventory & Stock Control - Ensure accurate stock levels, reduce waste, and improve inventory forecasting to avoid shortages or overstocking. Customer Order Fulfilment - Oversee sales order processing, ensuring on-time and in-full (OTIF) deliveries while maintaining excellent customer service. Data-Driven Performance Management - Monitor and analyse supply chain KPIs, such as lead times, cost per unit, and supplier performance, to drive continuous improvement. Warehouse & Facility Oversight - Manage warehouse operations, ensuring optimal layout, stock movement, and safety compliance. Process Improvement & Cost Reduction - Identify opportunities to streamline processes, negotiate better supplier terms, and reduce operational costs without compromising service quality. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with production, sales, and finance teams to align supply chain strategies with business goals. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental, and industry regulations, mitigating risks across the supply chain. The Candidate The successful candidate for the Warehouse Site Manager role will have the following skills & experiences: A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Background - Essential . Managed over 70+ indirect reports - Essential . 5+ Years proven Logistics & Supply Chain Management experience across Operations - Essential. 5+ Years experience working to an Operations Manager / Senior Operations Manager / Site Manager / Depot Manager or General Manager level previously - Essential. Previous budgetary / P&L responsibility - Advantageous . Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams - Essential . An individual truly excited by large scale growth challenges - Essential . Commutable to the Birmingham (B42) area 5 x days per week - Essential . Salary & Benefits Package Salary - £55,000 to £65,000 (OTE of up to £90k). Up to a 40% Company Bonus. 25 Days + 8 Bank Holidays. Pension Contributions. Plus additional company benefits.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
The Company Loom Talent have been exclusively appointed by a leading stockist & distribution focused Logistics business to help source a Warehouse Site Manager position to oversee all UK Warehouse activities from the RDC in Birmingham (B42). Our client offers innovative solutions to a ranging client base including: Retail, E-Commerce, FMCG and General Merchandise. The Role The Warehouse Site Manager will play a critical role in leading all activity across the Birmingham operation whilst working closely with the Group Operations Director. This position is a truly exciting opportunity, with lots of autonomy for an experienced Logistics & Supply Chain professional to be at the forefront of a rapidly expanding organisation. Core aspects of the Warehouse Site Manager role: End-to-End Supply Chain Management - Oversee the full supply chain process, ensuring efficient procurement, inventory control, and demand planning to meet business needs. Manage a team of c. 70 indirect reports. Optimise Logistics Operations - Manage warehouse, and distribution activities to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries. Supplier & Vendor Relationships - Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, logistics partners, and key stakeholders to drive performance and cost efficiency's. Inventory & Stock Control - Ensure accurate stock levels, reduce waste, and improve inventory forecasting to avoid shortages or overstocking. Customer Order Fulfilment - Oversee sales order processing, ensuring on-time and in-full (OTIF) deliveries while maintaining excellent customer service. Data-Driven Performance Management - Monitor and analyse supply chain KPIs, such as lead times, cost per unit, and supplier performance, to drive continuous improvement. Warehouse & Facility Oversight - Manage warehouse operations, ensuring optimal layout, stock movement, and safety compliance. Process Improvement & Cost Reduction - Identify opportunities to streamline processes, negotiate better supplier terms, and reduce operational costs without compromising service quality. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with production, sales, and finance teams to align supply chain strategies with business goals. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental, and industry regulations, mitigating risks across the supply chain. The Candidate The successful candidate for the Warehouse Site Manager role will have the following skills & experiences: A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Background - Essential . Managed over 70+ indirect reports - Essential . 5+ Years proven Logistics & Supply Chain Management experience across Operations - Essential. 5+ Years experience working to an Operations Manager / Senior Operations Manager / Site Manager / Depot Manager or General Manager level previously - Essential. Previous budgetary / P&L responsibility - Advantageous . Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams - Essential . An individual truly excited by large scale growth challenges - Essential . Commutable to the Birmingham (B42) area 5 x days per week - Essential . Salary & Benefits Package Salary - £55,000 to £65,000 (OTE of up to £90k). Up to a 40% Company Bonus. 25 Days + 8 Bank Holidays. Pension Contributions. Plus additional company benefits.
