A global advanced manufacturing business is looking to appoint a Supply Chain Network Manager to support a complex, international supply chain across engineered and core products.
This is a high-impact role with strong visibility across operations, commercial teams and senior leadership, suited to someone who enjoys ownership, problem-solving and working across multiple sites.
Supply Chain Network Manager
Competitive Salary + Bonus
Permanent, Full-time
Cambridgeshire
Supply Chain Network Manager
Responsibilities:
Lead short-, mid- and long-term supply chain planning across a multi-site manufacturing network
Optimise inventory, material flow and replenishment strategies using data and analytics
Partner closely with operations, materials and commercial teams to balance supply and demand
Drive >95% on-time despatch performance
Play a key role in S&OP, scenario planning and capacity modelling
Lead cross-functional improvement projects aligned to long-term growth plans
Support the rollout and alignment of quality and best-practice supply chain processes
Travel
Initial phase: Higher international travel (around 50%) for the first few months, primarily to North Africa
Ongoing: Reduced travel, typically around 25% across EMEA.
Supply Chain Network Manager
What we’re looking for
Degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Engineering, Finance or similar
Strong supply chain planning experience within a manufacturing environment
Confident working with ERP systems and large data sets
Experience influencing stakeholders across operations, commercial and leadership teams
Comfortable working in a matrix, multi-site organisation
Background exposure to structured quality or regulated manufacturing environments is beneficial
APICS or equivalent certification is a plus
If this looks like a good fit, apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion lewis@cranleighstem.co.uk
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