Job Description

As our new Site Supply Chain Manager, you will lead and coordinate all supply chain activities at our Wollaston site, working closely with site teams and group functions to ensure an efficient, customer-focused operation. You will take ownership of S&OE activities, support the deployment of S&OP processes, and oversee customer service, shipping, transport and internal logistics performance.

You will play a key role in driving operational excellence and contributing to the delivery of the Group P&L through strong supply chain performance, continuous improvement and ownership of key supply chain KPIs.

Some of your key responsibilities:

• Lead and execute the site supply chain strategy, ensuring compliance with EHS, SOX and business conduct policies while aligning operational priorities with wider business objectives.

• Drive the S&OE and S&OP processes, collaborating cross-functionally with sales, manufacturing, logistics, procurement and finance to deliver accurate forecasts, balanced supply plans and effective decision-making.

• Manage inventory, working capital and stock optimisation activities, including safety stock levels, slow-moving inventory, product allocation and intercompany stock movements to maximise customer service and efficiency.

• Use data, KPIs and performance metrics to identify risks, improve planning processes, reduce costs and drive continuous improvement projects across the supply chain function.

• Lead, develop and coach the Site Supply Chain team while building strong relationships across operational and commercial teams to support business performance and long-term growth.

What do I need to be successful in this role?

• Strong experience in global, multi-site S&OP and lean supply chain management, supported by relevant qualifications or equivalent experience.

• Excellent stakeholder management, influencing and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across matrix and multicultural environments.

• A strategic and proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge, manage risk and drive continuous improvement and change.

• Strong analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and manage competing priorities effectively.

• Good IT and systems knowledge, including ERP systems and supply chain planning and improvement tools.

What’s in it for me?

• A competitive salary alongside inclusion into our company bonus scheme. Our Group Staff Bonus & Profit Performance Pay bonus scheme reinforces the Scott Bader principle of working together for a common goal and sharing in our successes. 

• Enhanced employer pension contribution whereby Scott Bader will contribute a maximum of 2x your contribution, up to a maximum of 10%. 

• Private medical insurance alongside a host of further discounts and employee benefit schemes  

• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays – We also offer the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 day’s annual leave in case you need a couple of extra days. 

• We offer all our employees one full day per year to complete volunteering work of your choice which is fully paid. Alongside this, if you are thinking about fundraising for your favourite charity or local community event, we will happily match the funds that you have raised up to a maximum of £1000 in any one year. 

• Our Head Office sits within 44 acres of Northamptonshire countryside, nestled within the village of Wollaston. Access to free onsite car parking, electric car charging points, discounted cafeteria and even an onsite swimming pool. 

Who are Scott Bader?

Scott Bader is an employee-owned global manufacturer of advanced composites, structural adhesives and functional polymers. Established in 1921, we have a century of expertise in manufacturing high-quality, innovative products for a variety of markets around the world. Scott Bader now employs 800 people across 7 manufacturing sites and 18 offices worldwide. 

We are committed to expanding our global reach, with recent ventures including North America, India, Japan and Australia, while continuing to build on our reputation for innovation, outstanding quality and technical expertise.

Scott Bader is different to most other companies. Our business is based on the simple principle of maintaining a balance between our social purpose and business needs. In 1951 we became the first UK company to hold a Common Ownership Certificate when the Bader family handed over their shares to The Scott Bader Commonwealth Limited – in simple terms, this means that Scott Bader colleagues own and are responsible for the success and overall wellbeing of the company.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our aim is to create an environment that is welcoming to all people, and ensures we treat each other and customers with respect. We appreciate different and fresh ways of thinking, encouraging innovation where colleagues feel they can express their views freely, and create a working atmosphere in which everyone is able to deliver a high-quality service.