Supply Chain Manager Ipswich | Hybrid Working | Competitive Salary + Bonus
Location: IpswichHours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pmWorking Pattern: Hybrid (2 days remote / 3 days office-based)Salary: Competitive + Performance Bonus
Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Income Protection Insurance
- Private Healthcare
- Gym Membership
- Free On-Site Parking
- Company Pension Scheme
- Annual & Quarterly Performance Bonus
- 20 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing with service)
- Christmas Shutdown
Ready to take full ownership of a well-respected Construction companies supply chain?
We’re hiring a Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end operations for a growing, international business. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving complex supply chain challenges, and can confidently lead teams and suppliers — keep reading.
The Role
You’ll take control of the entire Supply Chain function, covering:
- Procurement & Supplier Management (global suppliers + parent company)
- Inventory & Stock Control
- S&OP / Demand Planning & Forecasting
- Logistics, Warehousing & Distribution
- Production Planning (incl. contract manufacturing)
In short: you’ll make sure the right products are in the right place, at the right time — without blowing the budget.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead and execute the Supply Chain strategy
- Build strong supplier relationships and negotiate effectively
- Drive forecast accuracy, stock optimisation, and service levels
- Partner with Sales, Purchasing & Logistics to keep everything aligned
- Improve processes, reduce costs, and increase efficiency
- Proactively manage risk, delays, and supply issues (before they escalate)
Leadership
- Lead, develop, and motivate the Supply Chain team
- Create a high-performance, collaborative culture
- Own training, development, and succession planning
What We’re Looking For
- Senior experience in Supply Chain / Procurement / Logistics
- Strong leadership — you’ve managed teams and driven performance
- Expertise in S&OP, forecasting, and inventory management
- Confident with ERP systems and data analysis
- Excellent stakeholder management & negotiation skills
- Calm under pressure (because supply chains love surprises…)
Bonus
- Lean / Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement experience
- Import & export knowledge
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