10 Supply Chain Specialists jobs in Milton Keynes

About Us:

MANNOL UK & IRELAND  is the official distributor of high-quality automotive oils, lubricants, and car care products across the UK and Ireland. We offer German-engineered solutions for personal, commercial, and industrial vehicles. Our range includes engine oils, gear oils, additives, and car care products designed for optimal performance and protection.

We are in a transformational phase, setting new benchmarks in operational excellence, streamlining our supply chain, and delivering a customer-centric service experience.

Why us?

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in our journey towards operational excellence. You will take ownership of multiple projects within our supply chain operations and have a significant impact on how we shape and deliver best-in-class performance. If this opportunity aligns with what you’re looking for, we would be delighted to receive your application and speak with you in person. You will collaborate directly with the leadership team, contributing to strategic planning and operational improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory & Stock Management

• Maintain optimal stock levels across all SKUs and warehouse locations
• Monitor and analyze purchase orders against sales trends and forecasts
• Categorise, manage and analyse inventory by product life cycle: slow movers, top sellers, etc.
• Ensure accurate product placement and reduce obsolete or excess stock

Purchasing & Supplier Management

• Manage purchasing activities with key suppliers
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and delivery schedules
• Evaluate supplier performance and maintain strong long-term relationships
• Continuously assess and refine product selection to align with market trends and customer needs

Shipping & Logistics

• Coordinate inbound international freight with shipping lines such as MSC, CMA CGM, and Hapag-Lloyd
• Negotiate container rates and optimise shipping schedules and routes
• Ensure timely and accurate customs clearance, documentation, and delivery
• Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal warehouse teams

Reporting & Analysis

• Develop and maintain insightful reports on key inventory metrics, supplier performance, and shipping efficiency using our ERP system, Microsoft Excel, and business intelligence tools.
• Provide actionable insights based on customer buying patterns and stock turnover
• Provide data-driven insights and analytics to support strategic decision-making

Requirements

• Proven experience (8+ years) in a supply chain, purchasing, or logistics roles within the import/export or wholesale distribution sector
• Strong background in inventory control, demand forecasting, and stock optimisation
• Demonstrated ability and experience in managing international purchasing and negotiate with global shipping providers
• Proficient with ERP systems (e.g.: NetSuite/SAP/MS Dynamics, MintSoft, Unleashed, Odoo, Cin7) and Excel-based or BI tool-based data analysis
• Highly organised, analytical, and proactive with strong commercial awareness
• Hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Automotive or lubricants sector experience is a plus

What We Offer

• A key leadership role in a growing and dynamic business
• Opportunity to shape and modernise the supply chain strategy
• Competitive salary and benefits
• A collaborative and forward-thinking work environment

Additional Information

Working Hours:  40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 9am - 5:30pm (incl. 30 minutes lunch break)

Start Date: As soon as possible

As part of our drive to make Mannol UK a great place to work. We are having dedicated learning and development programmes which are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Benefits:

• Annual Leave: Holiday Entitlement of 23 days, plus of bank holidays.
• Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 (depending on skill & experience).
• Life insurance: 3x of the salary
• Private medical insurance
• Work place pension
• Employee discount

If you are looking for your next career opportunity send us your application and become a part of Mannol UK!

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Language: English (required)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager

Location: Hybrid - Bicester, Oxfordshire (3 days a week in the office)

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Level: Operational

Salary: £50,000 per annum, plus benefits

The Role

We need a hands-on and commercially-minded Supply Chain Manager to optimise FIDO’s global procurement and fulfilment operations. This is a key role in helping us scale efficiently, ensuring our hardware and solutions are delivered on time, cost-effectively, and without friction.

You will take end-to-end ownership for procurement across the group, identifying opportunities to reduce costs, improve reliability, and build supply chain resilience. You’ll manage vendor relationships, support logistics and customs clearance, and work closely with partners and internal teams to ensure operational excellence.

What You'll Do

Supply Chain Optimisation: Design and implement scalable supply chain strategies that support growth, reduce cost, and minimise delays.

Procurement Management: Lead procurement across the group, from vendor selection and negotiation through to purchase order execution and delivery.

Order Fulfilment: Oversee order processing, inventory, logistics, and delivery timelines to meet customer and internal requirements.

Customs and Compliance: Address import/export challenges, ensuring full compliance and minimal disruption from customs holds or delays.

Supplier Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with manufacturing and logistics partners to drive performance and accountability.

Reporting and Insight: Track supply chain metrics and KPIs, using data to drive decisions and improvements.

About You

·   You have proven experience in supply chain, procurement, or logistics roles in a manufacturing or tech environment.

·   You understand end-to-end supply chain operations and are confident managing external partners.

·   You’re highly organised, analytical, and comfortable working with data and systems.

·   You’re proactive, solutions-focused, and thrive in a fast-moving, scale-up culture.

·   You have excellent communication and negotiation skills and know how to drive outcomes collaboratively.

Nice to Have

·   Experience working with international supply chains, customs, and freight.

·   Background in hardware or tech product delivery within a startup or scale-up.

·   Familiarity with inventory management and procurement software.

What We Offer

·   A mission with purpose: we fight water loss with AI.

·   A direct line to leadership and true strategic influence.

·   Competitive compensation, equity options, and a flexible hybrid work model.

·   A fast-moving, bold, authentic culture where people matter.

Position: Head of Supply Chain
Job ID: 468/120
Location: Northampton
Rate/Salary: £70,000
Benefits: Excellent benefits package
Type: Permanent – Full Time

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter operating within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy, and Subsea sectors. To view more vacancies, please visit: (url removed). 

We are currently recruiting for both permanent and contract positions across the UK and internationally.

Below is a detailed overview of the role: Head of Supply Chain

This is a strategic leadership position responsible for overseeing and optimising the entire supply chain function. The successful candidate will develop and implement efficient supply chain strategies, build strong supplier relationships, and ensure alignment with regulatory and environmental standards.

HSB Technical’s client is a respected and established organisation with a strong market presence.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Head of Supply Chain:

• You will: Review and enhance current supply chain practices in line with evolving environmental policies, regulations, and laws
li>Define and track key performance metrics for cost, quality, and overall supply chain effectiveness
• Drive cost reduction initiatives across materials and standard components
• Monitor demand forecasts and manage any impact on supply chain activities with effective contingency planning
• Negotiate terms and pricing with suppliers, vendors, and freight forwarders across the UK, Europe, and globally
• Evaluate supplier performance and implement improvement plans where necessary
• Conduct vendor assessments through on-site visits and capability reviews
• Establish systems for evaluating and selecting suppliers, and maintain the approved supplier list
• Lead supplier meetings to review performance, provide feedback, and plan production needs
• Mitigate risks related to supply, cost, and compliance across the supply chain
• Define and manage inventory strategies to support production needs
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to production operations
• Own material cost objectives and collaborate with internal stakeholders to achieve targets
• Roll out and enforce the company’s procurement policy both internally and externally
< i>Lead strategic sourcing efforts across European and Far Eastern markets
• Take a hands-on approach to identify opportunities for efficiency and cost-saving within production

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Relevant degree and/or CIPS qualification
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Proven experience in stakeholder management

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd, who have been exclusively retained as the recruitment partner for this position.

Position: Head of Supply Chain
Job ID: 468/120
Location: Northampton
Rate/Salary: £70,000
Benefits: Excellent benefits package
Type: Permanent – Full Time

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter operating within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy, and Subsea sectors. To view more vacancies, please visit: (url removed). 

We are currently recruiting for both permanent and contract positions across the UK and internationally.

Below is a detailed overview of the role: Head of Supply Chain

This is a strategic leadership position responsible for overseeing and optimising the entire supply chain function. The successful candidate will develop and implement efficient supply chain strategies, build strong supplier relationships, and ensure alignment with regulatory and environmental standards.

HSB Technical’s client is a respected and established organisation with a strong market presence.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Head of Supply Chain:

• You will: Review and enhance current supply chain practices in line with evolving environmental policies, regulations, and laws
li>Define and track key performance metrics for cost, quality, and overall supply chain effectiveness
• Drive cost reduction initiatives across materials and standard components
• Monitor demand forecasts and manage any impact on supply chain activities with effective contingency planning
• Negotiate terms and pricing with suppliers, vendors, and freight forwarders across the UK, Europe, and globally
• Evaluate supplier performance and implement improvement plans where necessary
• Conduct vendor assessments through on-site visits and capability reviews
• Establish systems for evaluating and selecting suppliers, and maintain the approved supplier list
• Lead supplier meetings to review performance, provide feedback, and plan production needs
• Mitigate risks related to supply, cost, and compliance across the supply chain
• Define and manage inventory strategies to support production needs
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to production operations
• Own material cost objectives and collaborate with internal stakeholders to achieve targets
• Roll out and enforce the company’s procurement policy both internally and externally
< i>Lead strategic sourcing efforts across European and Far Eastern markets
• Take a hands-on approach to identify opportunities for efficiency and cost-saving within production

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Relevant degree and/or CIPS qualification
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Proven experience in stakeholder management

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd, who have been exclusively retained as the recruitment partner for this position.

We are working with a household name in the food industry to recruit a Senior Supply Chain Manager in a key role that will drive strategy and lead a growing supply chain tea,m . This business is going from strength to strength with fantastic sales and market share growth. The role will have full strategic responsibility for end to end supply chain via leading a team and working with the SLT.

The role will involve;

• Driving & implementing the Supply Chain Strategies
• Lead the supply chain function providing clear objectives to deliver business growth plans
• Developing and building relationships with suppliers & logistics partners
• Understanding product lines and managing supplier timeframes
• Actively support the business with Cost Saving and flow of product
• Manage demand planning, ensuring your team are pro-active and innovative

Key requirements for the role;

• Have a strong background in supply chain, demand planning from either retail or FMCG manufacturing.
• Strong leadership background
• Advanced excel
• Able to comfortably communicate with senior stakeholders
• Motivational with energy and drive to achieve results
• Want to grow and progress

If the above sounds like you and you’re looking to advance you supply chain career with a rapid growth business, please get in touch and apply

Position: Head of Supply Chain
Job ID: 468/120
Location: Northampton
Rate/Salary: £70,000
Benefits: Excellent benefits package
Type: Permanent – Full Time

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter operating within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy, and Subsea sectors. To view more vacancies, please visit:

We are currently recruiting for both permanent and contract positions across the UK and internationally.

Below is a detailed overview of the role: Head of Supply Chain

This is a strategic leadership position responsible for overseeing and optimising the entire supply chain function. The successful candidate will develop and implement efficient supply chain strategies, build strong supplier relationships, and ensure alignment with regulatory and environmental standards.

HSB Technical’s client is a respected and established organisation with a strong market presence.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Head of Supply Chain:

• You will: Review and enhance current supply chain practices in line with evolving environmental policies, regulations, and laws
li>Define and track key performance metrics for cost, quality, and overall supply chain effectiveness
• Drive cost reduction initiatives across materials and standard components
• Monitor demand forecasts and manage any impact on supply chain activities with effective contingency planning
• Negotiate terms and pricing with suppliers, vendors, and freight forwarders across the UK, Europe, and globally
• Evaluate supplier performance and implement improvement plans where necessary
• Conduct vendor assessments through on-site visits and capability reviews
• Establish systems for evaluating and selecting suppliers, and maintain the approved supplier list
• Lead supplier meetings to review performance, provide feedback, and plan production needs
• Mitigate risks related to supply, cost, and compliance across the supply chain
• Define and manage inventory strategies to support production needs
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to production operations
• Own material cost objectives and collaborate with internal stakeholders to achieve targets
• Roll out and enforce the company’s procurement policy both internally and externally
< i>Lead strategic sourcing efforts across European and Far Eastern markets
• Take a hands-on approach to identify opportunities for efficiency and cost-saving within production

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Relevant degree and/or CIPS qualification
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Proven experience in stakeholder management

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd, who have been exclusively retained as the recruitment partner for this position.

Head of Supply Chain
Bedford- Hybrid
£70,000-£0,000 + bonus scheme

• 21 days + banks
• Flexible start and finish times
• Hybrid working 2 days/ week
• Progression opportunities

Are you looking for your next step in Supply Chain Management in a growing and successful company, that allows you to impact and drive business in the best way possible? Are you passionate about implementing new strategies, improving pricing, delivery dates and maintaining fantastic supplier/ vendor relationships?

THEN READ ON!

We're looking for an experieced Supply Chain Manager to apply their knowledge and skillset to an SME looking to develop and improve their supply chain strategy by bringing a new key player into the business.

Roles/Responsibilities

• Managing direct reports across various teams and an indirect team
• Day-to-day supply chain management- costs, tracking, pricing, freight times, stock control, delivery etc.
• Delivering exceptional service to vendors and maintaining the company's high standards
• Optimizing the Supply Chain strategy and functionality by implementing new data and technology systems
• Sourcing from the Far East and selling to a varied vendor base
• Managing E-commerce, wholesale and retail delivery

What we're looking for:

We're open on industry! Whether you managed the supply chain of pens, food, toys, household goods or teddy bears- we're confident that you can still have the right skills and attitude to be successful in this role. But here are the non-negotiables:

• Must have experience with sourcing from the Far East
• Must be Tech and data Savvy!
• Must have a driven attitude and the motivation to drive change and profit!

Desirable:

• Experience working with e-commerce such as amazon/Ebay
• Experience working with major retailers/ wholesalers

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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岗位职责

1. 品类调整管理 ：接收并评估商家、采销等部门的品类调整需求，制定合理调整方案并推动共识与落地执行。
2. 新仓筹备支持 ：协助单仓开建全流程支持，包括系统申请、软硬件配置、品类属性切换及货量预测等。
3. 仓容与坪效提升 ：与工艺团队协作，识别、优化仓容的单仓，制定改造计划并跟进落地，提升储存率与坪效。
4. 入仓需求评估 ：接收销售端商家入仓需求（含品类、SKU、件量等），依据入仓标准评估适配单仓及仓容匹配性。

岗位要求

1. 本科及以上学历，有优秀工作经验者专科及以上；
2. 3 年以上品类管理、仓储运营相关工作经验，具有至少 10 万 SKU 或 1000 万库存处理经验；
3. 熟悉大数据分析方法，能运用集团大数据中心或外部数据库工具者优先；
4. 具备良好的跨部门沟通能力，能高效对接库房、商家及采销团队。

Job Responsibilities:

1. Category Adjustment Management: Receive and evaluate category adjustment requests from merchants, procurement and sales departments, and formulate appropriate adjustment plans, promoting consensus and implementation.
2. New Warehouse Preparation Support: Assist with the entire warehouse construction process, including system application, software and hardware configuration, category attribute transitions, and inventory forecasting.
3. Warehouse Capacity and Floor Space Efficiency Improvement: Collaborate with the process team to identify and optimize warehouse capacity, develop renovation plans, and follow up on their implementation to improve storage efficiency and floor space efficiency.
4. Warehousing Demand Assessment: Receive warehouse requirements from merchants (including categories, SKUs, and unit volume), and evaluate warehouse compatibility and capacity compatibility based on warehousing standards.

Job Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree or above; associate's degree or above for candidates with outstanding work experience;
2. At least three years of experience in category management and warehouse operations, with experience handling at least 100,000 SKUs or 10 million items of inventory;
3. Familiarity with big data analysis methods and the ability to utilize the group's big data center or external database tools is preferred;
4. Excellent cross-departmental communication skills, enabling efficient liaisons with warehouses, merchants, and procurement and sales teams.