Skills

Sales

Job Specifications

**Supply Chain Manager – Health & Beauty Company – Peterborough**

We are currently recruiting for a market leading health and beauty company who distribute products across the UK to all the major retails. This is a chance to join a rapidly growing business in a fast-paced environment and help maximise the sales drive with existing and new customers. The role is for a Supply Chain Manager based at their site in Peterborough managing 1-2 people in a dynamic team.

Role:

You will be responsible for -

Forecasting – preparation of sales forecasts which drive the manufacturing slots within PMI, to ensure all customers stay well supplied and sales are maximised.
Sales Analysis – interpret current and future sales information through EPOS / Customer supplied information.
Reporting – Low Stock / High Stock analysis and reporting.
Potential Future Stock Issues – highlight potential issues and look for / suggest improvements where possible in order to maximise sales opportunities.
Manage Finished Goods Stock Levels through analysis of customer behaviours and flow through to our MRP & Planning system.
Management of a Supply Chain Graduate. Develop and nurture their career to maximise the team capability.

Candidate:

The ideal candidate will -

Must have 2+ years’ experience in forecasting within a supply chain function with FMCG or manufacturing industry
Excellent numerical skills: must be able to understand and advise on product costings.
Great organisational ability
Must be able to communicate across all levels of the business, from factory floor to Senior Directors & externally with Suppliers and Freight companies.
Has commercial acumen and an understanding of business issues
Ability to multi-task and work on multi-projects
Deadline driven and motivated: self-starter: a ‘can do’ attitude
Responds well to pressure and change

Package:

Basic Salary: £52,500 (potentially negotiable based on experience)
Bonus – TBC
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Healthcare Plan
Pension scheme
Life assurance

This is a great chance to join a market leading company who can offer a huge amount of career potential moving forward. My client is looking for the right character rather than industry experience so is an excellent chance to get into a great industry.

About the Company

Harbourne Associates focus their attention on the Sales, eCommerce, Marketing and Management sectors. They work with a large number of key industries, including FMCG, retail HQ, premium/luxury brands, pharma, foodservice, drinks, high-end fashion, hair and beauty, drinks, construction and engineering. Already partnering many global leading organisations, we want to be the preferred supplier for advice and support.. Our consultants really understand the business drivers of our clients and tailor the selection process to ensur... Know more