An established manufacturing business is seeking an Operations and Supply Chain Manager to join its Operations Leadership Team. The role is responsible for aligning procurement, supply chain, logistics, customer service and operational planning to support business growth, operational efficiency and service delivery. Candidates must have a manufacturing background. Experience within the plastics industry and/or injection moulding is highly advantageous.
Minimum Qualifications
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering or a related field
- Minimum 5 years’ management experience within a manufacturing environment
- Proven experience across supply chain, procurement, logistics and manufacturing operations
- Exposure to the plastics industry and/or injection moulding is highly advantageous
- Strong commercial and analytical skills
- Valid driver’s licence
Key Responsibilities
- Lead supply chain, procurement, logistics, inventory planning and customer service functions
- Develop sourcing strategies and manage supplier performance
- Oversee demand planning, inventory control and stock optimisation
- Drive operational efficiency across the manufacturing and supply chain environment
- Ensure effective distribution planning and on time customer delivery
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Analyse operational performance and support commercial decision making
- Work closely with the leadership team to achieve business objectives
- Drive accountability and collaboration across departments
- Maintain high standards of customer service and operational performance
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