Head of Logistics and Supply Chain in Hungerford

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

To lead logistics, warehousing & supply chain activities for FREEE and Doves Farm brands and

customer own label which meet and exceed customer expectations while ensuring profitable

trading relationships in all channels.

REPORTING TO: Chief Executive

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Manage and develop day to day supply chain internally and externally

·        Lead ERP system development with related business processes and systems

·        Ensure systems deliver 99% service level to customers

·        Manage and lead direct reports in supply chain, warehousing, logistics & purchasing

·        Oversee all purchasing activities to ensure continuity of supply for all raw materials

·        Ensure KPIs are met and tracked

·        Negotiation and management of business plans & contracts including but not limited to; 3rd Party warehousing, Chep, Delivery Vehicles, Waste

·        Ongoing development of reporting and analytics

·        Develop strategy & commercial opportunities in conjunction with Senior Management team

·        Maintain & train company departmental procedures & risk assessments

·        Deputise for colleagues in their absence

·        Compliance with relevant UK law

WORK PATTERN:

Based in Hungerford Office hours Monday to Friday and as required for the performance of

the role.

 ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

·         Degree or equivalent

·         Extensive knowledge of SAP/ACCESS

·         5+ years logistics experience

·         Team management experience

·         Excellent communication & presentation skills

·         Comfortable with analytics

·         Good at planning and organising

·         Able to collaborate and influence effectively

·         Organised and sets high standards

·         Realistic can do attitude to problem solving

 DESIRABLE SKILLS:

·         Professional qualifications

·         Previous food industry experience

·         Able to lead by example

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hungerford

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

20-07-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English