Supply Chain Manager

Join our Supply Chain Team at The Compleat Food Group!

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join our incredible Supply Chain team in Nottingham.

As a Supply Chain Manager in our dynamic food manufacturing operation, you will be at the heart of ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of goods and materials from start to finish.

Your role will encompass managing all aspects of planning and logistics, overseeing everything from the strategic purchasing of materials to the timely delivery of our high-quality finished products to customers.

With a focus on driving supply chain excellence, you’ll leverage your strategic thinking, leadership, and problem-solving skills to optimise our operations, build strong supplier relationships, and ensure inventory meets production needs and market demand.

Who We Are:

At The Compleat Food Group, we're on a mission to create delectable food that not only brings joy to your taste buds but also extends love to our planet. We fondly refer to it as 'Food to Feel Good' because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive impact.

Our team of over 5,000 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. Their genuine passion drives the creation of delectable products for UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market-leading brands such as Wall's Pastry, Squeaky Bean, and Unearthed.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00-17:00

Your Duties Will Include:

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with business goals
• Optimise inventory levels, lead times, and transportation costs
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction
• Collaborate with Commercial teams to forecast demand accurately
• Forecast labour plans to ensure they are reflective of customer demand
• Ensure the departments’ material variances are controlled and continuously improved
• Coordinate transport, warehousing, and distribution activities
• Optimise delivery routes and minimise transport costs
• Work closely with quality control teams to maintain product quality standards
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and certifications
• Liaise cross functionally to support customer service decisions
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals
• Foster a collaborative and results-driven work environment
• Develop a culture of continuous improvement

Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Proven experience (5+ years) in supply chain management within the food industry
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in supply chain software
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of UK food regulations and industry best practices

Benefits:

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Free parking
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
• Employee well-being and community support groups
• Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
• Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
• Online Wellbeing benefits
• Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
• Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount

The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.

We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.

Recruitment Agencies:

We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.