Supply Chain Manager

Reference: 34252545265_1752217906

Supply Chain Manager
Location: Reading, UK
Salary: £60,000 - £68,000 10% Bonus Healthcare Flexible Working Hours

Procurement and Planning Manager - Shape the Future of a Fast-Growing Business

Are you a commercially astute, forward-thinking supply chain leader ready to drive strategic change? This is your opportunity to join a dynamic, high-growth business at a pivotal stage where your expertise in procurement, demand planning, and supply chain optimisation will be key to sustaining and accelerating success.

We're looking for a hands-on, high-impact Supply Chain Manager with strong leadership capabilities and a proven track record in strategic procurement and demand planning. You'll thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where you can influence at all levels, lead a talented team, and make a real difference every day.

What's in it for you?

  • Competitive salary of £60,000 - £68,000 10% bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits including private healthcare and flexible working
  • A key leadership role in a high-growth, innovation-led company
  • Clear career progression and the autonomy to shape your own function
  • A collaborative, values-driven culture where your voice is heard

What You'll Be Doing As The Appointed Procurement and Planning Manager:

  • Lead the end-to-end supply chain operation, including procurement, demand planning, supplier management, and production scheduling
  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies to ensure cost-effective and resilient supply
  • Collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, Commercial, and Finance teams to ensure supply and demand alignment
  • Own and optimise the demand planning process to drive forecast accuracy and inventory efficiency
  • Lead supplier negotiations, performance reviews, and strategic sourcing initiatives
  • Champion ERP and MRP system optimisation, data accuracy, and process automation
  • Deliver actionable insights through supply chain KPIs and risk management
  • Drive a high-performance culture through strong leadership, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration

What You'll Bring as the Procurement and Planning Manager:

  • A minimum of 3 years' experience managing or supervising supply chain and procurement teams
  • Extensive experience in manufacturing or engineering environments
  • Strong expertise in procurement, strategic sourcing, and demand planning
  • Deep knowledge of ERP and MRP systems, supply chain analytics, and planning tools
  • A CIPS qualification (Level 4 or above) - essential
  • Proven ability to lead, influence, and drive change in a dynamic setting
  • A data-driven, problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills


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 - £68,000.00
Per annum
GBP60000 - GBP68000 per annum

Reading

Permanent

Added 11/07/2025
Reference: 34252545265_1752217906

Supply Chain Manager

Reading
Permanent

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