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Head of Supply Chain, Operations & Planning

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Posted 23 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Norwich, Norfolk NR8 6PW, England

Salary

£48,000 - £57,600 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Head of Supply Chain, Operations & Planning position is available at a rapidly growing Wellbeing & Bodycare company located in Norwich, Norfolk.
  • The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, requiring a minimum of five years of experience in end-to-end supply chain management, particularly in fast-moving consumer goods.
  • Key responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing inventory levels, and leading performance tracking efforts to optimize operations.
  • Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, exceptional communication abilities, and ideally hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
  • Joining this vibrant cosmetics company presents an exciting opportunity to shape their supply chain strategy and support new product launches in global markets.

Role: Head of Supply Chain, Operations & Planning (Wellbeing & Bodycare)

Location: Norwich, Norfolk

Salary: Competitive & Benefits

Join a rapidly growing Wellbeing & Bodycare company as Head of Supply Chain, Operations & Planning!

Are you ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? Our client is a vibrant cosmetics company experiencing remarkable growth and are seeking a highly motivated leader to drive our supply chain and operations strategy.

As they embark on their next phase of expansion, you’ll play a crucial role in optimising operations to support exciting new product launches and penetrate new global markets.

Key Responsibilities:

- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and production, to align on demand planning, product launch activities, and manage purchase orders against forecasted demand.

- Inventory Management: Monitor and optimise inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability while minimising excess inventory. Implement effective inventory control processes to track stock levels, reorder points, and safety stock.

- Leadership: Lead regular meetings with cross-functional teams to review and update forecasts, production plans, and inventory levels. Drive best practices in the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process to enhance efficiency.

- Performance Tracking: Prepare and present detailed reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to sales, delivery, and operations planning to senior management, highlighting performance, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

- Sales Forecasting: Develop and maintain accurate sales forecasts using historical data, insights from the sales team, and upcoming product launches to ensure alignment with market demand.

Requirements:

- Experience: A minimum of five years in end-to-end supply chain management, with a strong background in demand and supply planning, particularly in fast-moving consumer goods. Ideally from a manufacturing business supplying direct to retailers.

- Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical abilities to interpret complex data, identify trends, and make informed decisions that drive operational success.

- Communication: Exceptional communication and leadership skills to effectively manage cross-functional teams, foster collaboration, and influence stakeholders at all levels.

- Educational Background: Ideally a bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, operations management, or a related field.

- Proficiency: Familiarity with data analysis tools and software, such as Excel and ERP systems, to enhance reporting and forecasting accuracy.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a company that is set to make waves in the beauty and cosmetics industry. You will have the opportunity to shape our supply chain strategy, ensuring that we deliver high-quality products to our customers efficiently and effectively.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.