12 Supply Chain Optimization jobs in Newhaven

Morson Talent currently have an exciting new position for a Supply Chain Specialist to join our prestigious Aerospace client based in Burgess Hill, West Sussex. This is an initial 12 month contract.

MAIN ACTIVITIES AND TASKS
General
- Act as the Customer's "go to" for all day to day operational requests (focal for the end to end tied to each transaction)
- Management and cross departmental co-ordination/collaboration of movement of parts covered by the program through exchange and return cycle includes co-ordination with stakeholders
- Co-ordination & replenishment of material held at the customer - ensure inventory aligns to contract and systems reflect inventory accurately.
- Facilitate Customer Returns (complete end to end process), ensuring parts ship and are updated in the business systems appropriately.
- Customer Late fee identification (core returns) and trigger to relevant persons
- Resolve issues relating to parts arriving at the customer store locations and RDCs. (ex: damaged, without correct certifications, incorrect parts, wrong location, griefs, quarantine, etc.)
- Support discussions and provide context & awareness, help address root causes associated with customer behaviour or ordering practices
- Gather and report customer specific SL metrics
- Gather raw system data, apply contractual or interface manual adjustments and submittal.
- Reconcile all disconnects and errors with partner provided data Manage daily operating rhythm
- Engage in customer reporting review meetings (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly) with the Company & customer
- Oversight of Ordering & Shipments to support regular & heavy check and defect activities & Off Platform customers (ensuring 30 days/contractual min for planned orders are used)
- Negotiate customer service level excusable misses
- Customer accuracy & audits (Note: involved in the scheduling and facilitating. Involved in the findings and customer action)


Experience Benefits:
- Experience working with a diverse global team. Customers are located in the UK and Spain. The current team is located in Seattle, Plano, Philly, Barcelona, Madrid, London and Brussels. The supplier is located in Germany.
- Unique position that works directly with customers and suppliers
- Opportunity to learn about the profit/loss of a large exchange program
- Monthly engagements with executive leadership
- Empowered to drive change!


Hours - 37 hours per week, 5 days
Onsite

Morson Talent currently have an exciting new position for a Supply Chain Specialist to join our prestigious Aerospace client based in Burgess Hill, West Sussex. This is an initial 12 month contract.

MAIN ACTIVITIES AND TASKS
General
- Act as the Customer's "go to" for all day to day operational requests (focal for the end to end tied to each transaction)
- Management and cross departmental co-ordination/collaboration of movement of parts covered by the program through exchange and return cycle includes co-ordination with stakeholders
- Co-ordination & replenishment of material held at the customer - ensure inventory aligns to contract and systems reflect inventory accurately.
- Facilitate Customer Returns (complete end to end process), ensuring parts ship and are updated in the business systems appropriately.
- Customer Late fee identification (core returns) and trigger to relevant persons
- Resolve issues relating to parts arriving at the customer store locations and RDCs. (ex: damaged, without correct certifications, incorrect parts, wrong location, griefs, quarantine, etc.)
- Support discussions and provide context & awareness, help address root causes associated with customer behaviour or ordering practices
- Gather and report customer specific SL metrics
- Gather raw system data, apply contractual or interface manual adjustments and submittal.
- Reconcile all disconnects and errors with partner provided data Manage daily operating rhythm
- Engage in customer reporting review meetings (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly) with the Company & customer
- Oversight of Ordering & Shipments to support regular & heavy check and defect activities & Off Platform customers (ensuring 30 days/contractual min for planned orders are used)
- Negotiate customer service level excusable misses
- Customer accuracy & audits (Note: involved in the scheduling and facilitating. Involved in the findings and customer action)


Experience Benefits:
- Experience working with a diverse global team. Customers are located in the UK and Spain. The current team is located in Seattle, Plano, Philly, Barcelona, Madrid, London and Brussels. The supplier is located in Germany.
- Unique position that works directly with customers and suppliers
- Opportunity to learn about the profit/loss of a large exchange program
- Monthly engagements with executive leadership
- Empowered to drive change!


Hours - 37 hours per week, 5 days
Onsite

• Develop and implement effective supply chain and logistics strategies.
• Manage all aspects of inbound and outbound logistics, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution.
• Oversee inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels and minimise carrying costs.
• Negotiate with carriers and logistics providers to secure competitive rates and service levels.
• Implement and improve logistics systems and technologies to enhance efficiency and visibility.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular reports on logistics operations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales, and operations teams to align logistics with business objectives.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities within the supply chain.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics and supply chain management.
• Proven experience in managing warehousing, transportation, and inventory control.
• Strong understanding of supply chain software and ERP systems.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and performance metric tracking.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote work environment.

• Manage the procurement of goods and services from suppliers.
• Negotiate favourable terms, pricing, and contracts with vendors.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage supply chain logistics.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Analyze supplier performance and conduct regular reviews.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Proven negotiation and contract management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of supply chain principles and best practices.
• Experience with ERP systems and procurement software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Based in or able to commute to Brighton, East Sussex, UK .

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the supply chain, including procurement, inventory, warehousing, and transportation.
• Develop and implement efficient logistics strategies to reduce costs and improve service levels.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, carriers, and third-party logistics providers.
• Optimize inventory levels to meet demand while minimizing carrying costs.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and safety standards.
• Implement and utilize supply chain management software (WMS, TMS).
• Analyze supply chain data to identify areas for improvement and performance tracking.
• Lead and mentor the logistics and warehouse teams.
• Collaborate with sales and operations departments to ensure seamless order fulfillment.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics and supply chain management.
• Proven ability to manage complex supply chains and optimize logistics operations.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, warehousing, and transportation.
• Experience with WMS and TMS software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

• Analyse supply chain data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimise logistics, inventory management, and warehousing.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of third-party logistics providers.
• Manage and forecast demand, ensuring optimal inventory levels.
• Create detailed reports and present findings and recommendations to management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve overall supply chain efficiency.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain operations.
• Utilise advanced analytical tools and techniques for data modelling and optimisation.
• Stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies in supply chain management.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain analysis, or operations management.
• Proven experience in data analysis and optimisation techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis software such as Excel, SQL, Python, or R.
• Experience with supply chain management software (e.g., ERP, WMS, TMS).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects in a remote setting.
• Knowledge of global supply chain best practices.

• Analyze current production and operational processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement process improvement plans using lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Design and document new processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct time studies and efficiency analyses to optimize workflows.
• Lead and participate in cross-functional teams to implement improvement projects.
• Measure and report on the performance of implemented changes, ensuring desired outcomes are achieved.
• Train staff on new processes and best practices.
• Identify and implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in process engineering.

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a process improvement or industrial engineering role.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred).
• Experience with process mapping, data analysis, and statistical tools.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., Visio, Minitab, MS Office Suite).

• Analyse existing manufacturing processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Design, develop, and implement new manufacturing processes and equipment to enhance productivity and product quality.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to reduce waste, improve workflow, and optimise resource utilisation.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all manufacturing processes.
• Conduct time and motion studies to establish efficient production methods.
• Collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee the installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment.
• Participate in the design and specification of new product manufacturability.
• Develop and deliver training to production personnel on new processes and equipment.
• Collect and analyse production data to track performance and identify trends for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Support the transition of new products from R&D to full-scale production.
• Contribute to cost reduction initiatives through process optimisation.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role, with a focus on process improvement.
• Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping) and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with CAD software and manufacturing simulation tools is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical process control (SPC).
• Hands-on experience with various manufacturing techniques and equipment.

• Conducting detailed process analyses to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen.
• Designing and implementing new processes or modifying existing ones to optimize performance and reduce waste.
• Developing and presenting business cases for process improvement projects, including cost-benefit analysis.
• Leading cross-functional teams in the execution of process improvement projects, ensuring successful implementation and adoption.
• Creating process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and training materials.
• Utilizing data analytics and performance metrics to monitor process effectiveness and identify trends.
• Collaborating with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to ensure alignment and integration of improvements.
• Facilitating workshops and training sessions on process improvement techniques.
• Staying current with industry best practices and emerging technologies in industrial engineering.
  Location: This is a hybrid role based in Brighton, East Sussex, UK , requiring a combination of remote work and on-site presence for key project activities and team collaboration.
  Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience (5+ years) in process improvement, operational excellence, or manufacturing engineering.
  • Certification in Lean, Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred), or a similar methodology.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
  • Excellent project management and leadership abilities.
  • Proficiency in process mapping software (e.g., Visio) and data analysis tools (e.g., Minitab, Excel).
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.