Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager

Isca Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a thriving, award-winning business on their search for an experienced Supply Chain Manager based at their Exeter office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious organisation on an exciting growth journey, taking ownership of a multi‑site, UK and international supply chain operation.

This role is ideal for a strategic yet hands‑on Supply Chain professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys building strong supplier relationships, and is passionate about creating a supply chain function that matches the quality and performance of the company’s products.

Supply Chain Manager – The Role:

As Supply Chain Manager you will lead the end‑to‑end supply chain strategy, ensuring operational excellence, cost efficiency, and robust supplier performance. Working closely with the senior management team and global suppliers to optimise processes, support business growth, and maintain high service levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading procurement and supplier management, including contract negotiation, performance monitoring, and ensuring adherence to quality and service standards.
• Developing and implementing supply chain strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance operational performance.
• Managing purchasing of components and finished goods in line with demand planning and business requirements.
• Producing and analysing supply chain data, including KPIs on lead times, OTIF delivery, inventory turnover, and corrective actions.
• Collaborating cross‑functionally to support revenue growth, operational goals, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Overseeing inventory and warehouse management, including demand planning and stock optimisation.
• Managing logistics and distribution to ensure timely and cost‑effective delivery.
• Providing leadership, guidance, and development to the supply chain team.

Salary & Benefits: £50,000 – £55,000pa + 25 days holiday & bank holidays, pension, etc

Hours: Mon – Fri 8.30am – 5pm

Location: Office based

Supply Chain Manager – About You:

You’ll be a forward‑thinking, commercially minded Supply Chain expert who enjoys both the detail and the bigger picture. With a deep understanding of supply chain risk management, you’ll bring a proactive approach, ability to adapt to market changes, supply disruptions, and operational challenges.

• Strong planning capability with excellent data analysis skills.
• Strategic thinker with experience in systems analysis and evaluation.
• Experience in capacity planning within a production environment.
• Excellent relationship management, negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving ability and a collaborative approach.
• Ideally you will be CIPS qualified or working towards qualification.
• Experience with Six Sigma, Lean, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong IT and analytical skills, knowledge of Sage 200 and/or Netstock is desirable.

This is a rare opportunity to shape and elevate the supply chain function within a growing, innovative business. You’ll have the autonomy to make meaningful improvements, influence strategy, and play a key role in the company’s next phase of expansion.

If you’re a driven Supply Chain professional looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Katie Lovemore for a confidential discussion.

We reserve the right to close this role early, so please don’t delay in submitting your CV, we will be in touch promptly to discuss the role and employer.

**Please note Isca Recruitment does not hold a licence to sponsor visas. We cannot process applications from individuals requiring sponsorship now or in the future.**

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Isca Recruitment Ltd provides services as an agency and an employment business. Isca Recruitment is an Exeter based boutique recruitment consultancy making the perfect match between client and candidate. Specialists in office support, accountancy and finance across the South West.