Head of Supply Chain

Ref: 571863

Leicestershire

£90,000

• Permanent
• Supply Chain Expert
• Process Improvement Specialist
• 31st Dec

About the candidate

An accomplished Head of Supply Chain with a solid background in the food production and confectionery sectors. This candidate brings robust expertise in end-to-end supply chain management, strategic planning, and process improvement. 
One of their significant accomplishments includes managing supply chain operations for a leading food production company headquartered in London. Throughout their career, they've championed strategies that enhanced operations, mitigated risks, and fostered strong supplier partnerships to streamline processes, ultimately boosting efficiency and reducing costs.

What makes them great?

• Proactive Risk Management: Proven track record in identifying, analysing, and mitigating risks within the supply chain to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Cost Reduction and Efficiency Improvement: Significant achievements in reducing expenses and enhancing operational efficiencies through strategic planning and process optimisation.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Management: Excellent interpersonal skills, adept at negotiating and managing relationships with key business partners and stakeholders.

Areas of expertise

• Supply Chain Strategy and Analytics: Profound expertise in developing and implementing robust supply chain strategies, backed by strong analytical skills to drive business growth and operational efficiency.
• Process Improvement and Innovation: Demonstrated ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives, using advanced tools and methodologies to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Leadership and Team Development: Skilled in building, mentoring, and leading high-performing teams, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration across functions.