Supply Chain Manager

Reference: SupplyManageREAD_1752162889

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager

Location: Reading

Hours: 8-5 Monday to Friday

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £60-65K/Annum DOE

Proactive are currently in search of multiple skilled Supply Chain Manager to start work immediately for a client of ours in Reading. This is an exciting opportunity working for a world leading manufacturing company, offing ample opportunity for career progression and development.

Main Job Duties:


  • Maintain accuracy of the daily production schedules for all departments to set achievable targets.
    * Maintain accuracy of the daily supplier schedules to achieve production plans to meet customer requirements.
    * Liaison with Strategic Sourcing in management activities with key suppliers. Participate in supplier QBR's as needed.
    * Monitors Syteline data, inventory reports, and other data resources to determine proper on hand quantities and proper system settings.
    * Use capacity planning tools to make necessary recommendations to the Production team to change production rates and/or line configurations with available labor.
    * Develop and maintain rules of engagement for order management including master scheduling policy.
    * Develops and maintains Master Production Schedule to ensure past due orders are minimized.
    * Provide daily production/shipping performance updates against established goal.
    * Evaluate the impact of expedited orders on the production plan and provide feedback to CSS's.
    * Participate in scheduling of new products (samples, first production runs, etc.)
    * Assesses performance, analyzes sales orders and forecasts and communicates risks to the organizations while recommending corrective actions.
    * Support daily or weekly supplier meetings; engage in supplier report cards.
    * Liaison with engineering drafting team as needed.
    * Participate in monthly safety walks.


Candidates will ideally hold CIPS Level 5 certificate.


Qualifications:

Education: BS in Business, Operations Management or related or equivalent combination of education and experience. An APICS certification is desired.

Experience:


  • 3+ years' experience as a supervisor or Manager in a Manufacturing/Production Environment
    * 3+ years' experience as a Planning Manager or Master Scheduler
    * 5-7 years' experience in a manufacturing/planning role in an ETO environment

    Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

  • Strong organizational and time management skills, close attention to detail and ability to effectively handle multiple priorities. Able to evaluate situations, identify options and implement effective solutions quickly and efficiently.
    * Must have strong computer skills and be proficient using Excel. Ability to use Microsoft Products. Must be familiar with ERP, DRP, MRP, MRPII, or other formal computerized inventory system. Use of Access, Crystal Reports or other formal data retrieval and report writing is a plus.
    * Must be highly collaborative and able to work in a team-based environment.
    * Accepts sole or primary responsibility for the delivery of results and outcomes associated with the position; reliable; an obligation or willingness to accept responsibility or to account for ones actions.
    * Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills and be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. Must be an effective listener, able to maintain focus, extract necessary information and validate understanding of the information.
    * Able to create effective reports, presentations, and business correspondence.
    * Strong communication team with good cross-collaboration abilities.
    * Ability to maintain effective relationships with internal department personnel.
    * Must have solid business acumen and understanding of a variety of functional areas within the business.

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact me on +44 20451 15130 or [email protected]

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role!


Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£60,000.00 - £65,000.00
Per annum
GBP60000 - GBP65000 per annum

Reading

Permanent

Added 10/07/2025
Reference: SupplyManageREAD_1752162889

Supply Chain Manager

Reading
Permanent

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