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Supply Chain & Procurement Professional

Ref: 550117

Brighton, UK

£60,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Procurement
  • Supply Chain Efficiency
  • Strategic Cost Reduction

About the candidate

Dynamic supply chain professional with a comprehensive background in end-to-end supply chain operations, customer operations management, and procurement within the FMCG sector. Passionate about spearheading efficiency and cost-saving initiatives to ensure operational excellence and the delivery of exceptional customer service. A confident communicator in multiple languages, proven to be a key asset for multiple businesses in international expansion and outreach efforts, ensuring strong stakeholder and cross-functional engagement. Demonstrated success in establishing and stewarding high-performing teams within scaling businesses, championing continuous team development and employee achievements while juggling multiple projects in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

What makes them great?

  • Led initiatives resulting in a 24% increase in forecast accuracy due to the implementation of an S&OP process.
  • Successfully rationalised global supply routing, decreasing logistics costs by approximately £36k per annum and increased OTIF to 95% amidst a 721% increase in distribution.
  • Pioneered the procurement transition to a lean JIT strategy contributing to a considerable 500% increase in production capacity in response to a 2500% increase in demand, alongside achieving £120,000 p.a. in cost savings through tender management and supplier negotiation.

Areas of expertise

  • Customer Operations Management: Expert in handling complex supply chain operations and enhancing customer service across international markets.
  • Procurement Strategist: Proven ability to manage procurement processes effectively, achieving significant cost savings and efficiency enhancements.
  • Project Leadership: Skilled in leading projects focused on operational improvements, technological integrations, and international logistics.
  • Supplier Relationship Management 
  • Category Management - Innovation Planning
  • Multi lingual: French, Spanish, Japanese, Italian