1,093 Supply Chain Director jobs in the United Kingdom
Supply Chain Director
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Want to shape the future of supply chain operations for one of the world’s most iconic premium brands?
Are you a strategic and hands-on supply chain leader ready to drive transformation across D2C, retail, and e-commerce channels?
Advocate Group is currently representing Le Creuset , a globally recognised brand renowned for its craftsmanship, innovation, and enduring quality. As they continue their ambitious growth journey in the UK market, Le Creuset is investing in supply chain excellence to support their omnichannel success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own and implement the UK supply chain strategy, aligned with global direction and local market needs
- Lead all inbound and outbound operations across e-commerce, retail store replenishment, and D2C fulfilment
- Drive inventory planning, demand forecasting, and warehouse optimisation to support availability and accuracy
- Champion service excellence and delivery performance across all customer channels
- Collaborate with global, regional, and UK teams to ensure operational alignment and best practice adoption
- Manage and mentor a cross-functional team including warehouse and distribution leads
- Oversee supplier and 3PL relationships, driving commercial efficiency and compliance
- Maximise the value of ERP/WMS systems to improve reporting, automation, and process performance
- Own the UK supply chain budget and drive continuous improvement initiatives
About You:
- Experienced supply chain leader with a background in FMCG, retail, or e-commerce environments
- Proven track record in managing multi-channel operations including D2C and B2B
- Strong commercial, analytical, and leadership capabilities
- Adept at systems such as D365, SAP, or other leading ERP/WMS platforms
- Collaborative leadership style with a passion for building empowered, high-performing teams
- Customer-first approach with a focus on excellence, efficiency, and innovation
- Resilient, agile, and motivated to work in a fast-paced, values-driven environment
If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you!
Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career – contact us today.
Please get in touch with Lee McNally or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.
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Advocate Group is the sole and exclusive talent partner for this appointment with Le Creuset. All direct or third-party applicants will be forwarded to Advocate Group for processing.
Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Supply Chain Director
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Supply Chain Director / Head of Supply Chain | B2B/B2C, HealthTech | £70-80k | Hybrid, 2 Days a Week | Bournemouth, Dorset
A talented Supply Chain Director / Head of Supply Chain is needed by an PE-backed HealthTech, looking to reshape supply chain strategy. As the Supply Chain Director / Head of Supply Chain, you'll oversee Planning & Analysis, Procurement, Inventory Management, Logistics, and Reverse Logistics. You will ensure the supply chain is efficient, responsive, and resilient, meeting the evolving demands of the business.
Salary: £70-80k + Benefits
Location: New Milton (Hybrid, with requirement for occasional travel Norwich office)
Sponsorship: Not Available
As Supply Chain Director / Head of Supply Chain you will:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners enhance supplier performance and boost customer satisfaction.
- Support both immediate performance and long-term growth, delivering value across the entire supply chain.
Supply Chain Director / Head of Supply Chain must have:
- Deep understanding of procurement, inventory management, S&OP, distribution, and reverse logistics, including proficiency with supply chain management tools, data analytics platforms, and ERP systems.
- Proven experience leading supply chain teams in both conventional and consumer-driven environments, across global locations.
- Expertise in managing global supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and performance management as well as driving efficiency through lean or agile methodologies.
Supply Chain Director
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Role: Supply Chain Director
Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days per week in office)
We're excited to be partnering with one of the UK’s most exciting consumer brands on a Supply Chain Director opportunity that sits right at the heart of my client’s ambitious scale-up journey.
This brand is already a huge success in its category, and with bold plans to become a top 5 player in the UK over the next five years, they’re now looking for a commercially sharp, operationally brilliant and people-focused Supply Chain Director to join the senior leadership team.
Reporting directly to the founder, this newly defined role will take ownership of the supply chain and operations strategy - from supplier partnerships and product development to compliance, innovation and execution.
It’s a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to shape, build and lead in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
About the role:
- Own and execute the operational and supply chain strategy to support the business’ growth plans.
- Lead and develop a talented team of supply chain professionals
- Oversee the product roadmap and manage relationships with key manufacturers and suppliers
- Drive cost optimisation and lead major COGS transformation initiatives
- Set the vision for continuous improvement and innovation across the supply chain
- Work cross-functionally with senior stakeholders to embed best-in-class processes and performance
About you:
- 8+ years’ experience in food or beverage manufacturing, with 3+ years’ operating in senior leadership roles
- Strong background in end-to-end supply chain and operations
- Proven track record delivering cost efficiencies, operational improvements and international scalability
- Passionate people leader
- Comfortable managing complex supplier relationships and influencing senior stakeholders
- Commercially astute, strategically minded, and solutions-driven
Group Supply Chain Director
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Hybrid role requiring weekly presence at sites based in Kent and Essex
65,000-85,000pa
We are seeking a visionary Group Supply Chain Director to take the reins of a high-performing international operation. This is your chance to join a market-leader with a global footprint, shaping the future of supply chain strategy from factory floor to final delivery.
Responsibilities
- Overseeing all aspects of production & manufacturing in the UK, including the production planning, release of work orders and all quality checking processes
- Overseeing all aspects of procurement for the UK & Germany, purchasing from various suppliers, including setting up contracts, raising POs, site audits and everything in-between
- Overseeing all aspects of product storage, handling and distribution in the UK & Germany
- Having full control of stock levels in the UK & Germany, set safety stocks, and provide forecasts
- Managing the 3PL logistics provider, including uploading sales orders
- Managing the suppliers & strategy based in Asia
- Managing the UK production team, buyer/planner (6 direct reports)
- Securing year-on-year cost savings within the supply chain
- Managing and minimising supply chain & production risk
- Assisting with the QMS (ISO) systems and audits
- Strategically expanding, preserving or improving company procedures, standards or policies
- Adhering to regulatory guidelines.
- Identifying and managing commercial risks
- Regularly reviewing the setting of pricing strategies and regular price increases
- Proactively de-risking the supply chain away from single-source vendors
Candidate Profile
- A seasoned supply chain leader with proven global experience
- Commercially sharp, financially astute, and strategically minded
- Exceptional at building relationships and negotiating deals
- Comfortable in high-pressure, fast-moving environments
- A natural leader who inspires teams and delivers results
- Holder of a full UK driving licence
Benefits include 25 days holiday (+ 8 days bank holiday, with extra days for long service), Pension scheme, Hybrid working options, and the opportunity to operate at board level and make a real impact to the business.
At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a "clean" copy in Word. Thank you.
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FMCG Supply Chain Director
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive supply chain strategies to support business objectives.
- Oversee all aspects of the supply chain, including planning, procurement, logistics, and distribution.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
- Manage supplier relationships, ensuring quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Implement and manage advanced supply chain planning and forecasting systems.
- Optimize inventory levels to meet demand while minimizing holding costs.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the supply chain team.
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations teams to align supply chain activities with business needs.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on supply chain performance.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in supply chain management, preferably within the FMCG industry.
- Proven leadership experience with a track record of success in optimizing supply chains.
- Strong knowledge of procurement, logistics, warehousing, and distribution.
- Expertise in supply chain planning, forecasting, and inventory management.
- Familiarity with supply chain technologies and data analytics tools.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage and lead remote teams effectively.
- Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
Supply Chain Director - FMCG
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive supply chain strategies.
- Optimize procurement processes, supplier management, and contract negotiations.
- Oversee logistics, warehousing, and distribution networks.
- Implement advanced inventory management and demand forecasting systems.
- Drive cost reduction initiatives and improve operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and quality standards.
- Lead and develop a high-performing supply chain team.
- Utilize data analytics and technology to enhance supply chain visibility and performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments to ensure seamless operations.
- Significant experience in supply chain management, preferably in FMCG.
- Proven track record of leading and transforming supply chain operations.
- Expertise in logistics, procurement, planning, and inventory management.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience with supply chain software and ERP systems.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CSCP, APICS) is highly desirable.
Group Supply Chain Director
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Hybrid role requiring weekly presence at sites based in Kent and Essex
£65,000-£85,000pa
We are seeking a visionary Group Supply Chain Director to take the reins of a high-performing international operation. This is your chance to join a market-leader with a global footprint, shaping the future of supply chain strategy from factory floor to final delivery.
Responsibilities
- Overseeing all aspects of production & manufacturing in the UK, including the production planning, release of work orders and all quality checking processes
- Overseeing all aspects of procurement for the UK & Germany, purchasing from various suppliers, including setting up contracts, raising POs, site audits and everything in-between
- Overseeing all aspects of product storage, handling and distribution in the UK & Germany
- Having full control of stock levels in the UK & Germany, set safety stocks, and provide forecasts
- Managing the 3PL logistics provider, including uploading sales orders
- Managing the suppliers & strategy based in Asia
- Managing the UK production team, buyer/planner (6 direct reports)
- Securing year-on-year cost savings within the supply chain
- Managing and minimising supply chain & production risk
- Assisting with the QMS (ISO) systems and audits
- Strategically expanding, preserving or improving company procedures, standards or policies
- Adhering to regulatory guidelines.
- Identifying and managing commercial risks
- Regularly reviewing the setting of pricing strategies and regular price increases
- Proactively de-risking the supply chain away from single-source vendors
Candidate Profile
- A seasoned supply chain leader with proven global experience
- Commercially sharp, financially astute, and strategically minded
- Exceptional at building relationships and negotiating deals
- Comfortable in high-pressure, fast-moving environments
- A natural leader who inspires teams and delivers results
- Holder of a full UK driving licence
Benefits include 25 days holiday (+ 8 days bank holiday, with extra days for long service), Pension scheme, Hybrid working options, and the opportunity to operate at board level and make a real impact to the business.
At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a "clean" copy in Word. Thank you.
KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR - Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd Keep in touch with us online for job alerts, industry updates and market.
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive supply chain strategies.
- Oversee all aspects of logistics, warehousing, and inventory management.
- Manage and optimise distribution networks and transportation operations.
- Lead and mentor the logistics and supply chain team.
- Negotiate and manage contracts with 3PL providers and carriers.
- Implement supply chain technologies and automation solutions.
- Ensure efficient inventory turnover and minimise stockouts.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive continuous improvement.
- Manage supply chain budgets and financial performance.
- Build and maintain strong supplier and partner relationships.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Master's degree or MBA with a focus on Supply Chain Management preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in logistics and supply chain management.
- Proven experience in managing complex supply chains, preferably in e-commerce or retail.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and transportation management systems (TMS).
- Excellent leadership, strategic planning, and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in data analysis and optimisation techniques.
- Strong understanding of global logistics and trade compliance.
- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
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