Supply Chain & Logistics Manager - Bridge Recruitment UK Ltd : Job Details

Supply Chain & Logistics Manager Location: Bedford. Salary: GBP45,000 - GBP60,000 per year, DoE Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9am - 5.30pm. Fridays, 9am - 3pm. Job type: Full-time, permanent Bridge Recruitment is helping one of our established clients to recruit for an experienced Supply Chain & Logistics Manager to join their ever-expanding team. To oversee and coordinate the movement, storage, distribution and sourcing of goods and materials within a supply chain, ensuring efficient and cost-effective operations and ensuring compliance with regulations. Responsibilities of the Supply Chain & Logistics Manager: · Developing and implement new or alternative supply chain and logistics strategies. · Creating and executing a comprehensive supply chain and logistics strategy to optimize operations and achieve business goals. · Continually try to improve and develop business performance within the constraints of legislation, fuel costs and rising environmental pressures · Managing and overseeing the procurement process, including sourcing, negotiating contracts with suppliers, and managing supplier relationships. · Maintaining optimal inventory levels, ensuring the right products are available at the right time, and minimizing waste. · Supervising the movement of goods, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution. · Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), analysing data to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement, and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency. · Recruiting, onboarding, training and management of supply chain and despatch team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team. · Maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, and other departments. · Ensuring all supply chain and logistics activities comply with relevant regulations, safety guidelines, and ethical standards. · Understand and implement health and safety procedures · Identify, plan and manage logistics projects that will improve efficiency, resilience and performance Requirements of the Supply Chain & Logistics Manager: · Strategic Thinking - Ability to develop and implement long-term supply chain strategies. · Analytical Skills - Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions. · Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve complex supply chain issues. · Communication Skills - Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally. · Negotiation Skills - Ability to negotiate favourable terms with suppliers and other partners. · Leadership Skills - Ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. · Technical Skills - Proficiency in relevant software and technologies for supply chain management. If you feel like you meet the above criteria for the Supply Chain & Logistics Manager role, then please apply now!