Supply Chain & Logistics Manager

he Supply Chain & Logistics Manager is a key member of the TSL Management Team, providing leadership and strategic direction across all supply chain, procurement and logistics activities.

The role is responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective availability of materials, spare parts, tooling, subcontracted labour and external services required to support safe, efficient and uninterrupted business operations.

The Supply Chain & Logistics Manager leads the local development, implementation and continuous improvement of supply chain and logistics processes, while building strong supplier relationships, improving supplier performance, managing risk and identifying sustainable cost-reduction opportunities.

The role will lead and develop the Supply Chain and Logistics team, ensuring clear priorities, strong execution and effective collaboration across Operations, Engineering, Sales, Finance and other key business functions.

Primary Accountabilities:

Health, Safety & EnvironmentLead by example and ensure all activities are carried out safely and in accordance with company Health, Safety and Environmental requirements. Proactively contribute to maintaining a safe working environment.

Supplier Management & PerformanceDevelop and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensure supplier agreements and approvals remain current, monitor supplier performance and drive improvement, cost reduction and risk-mitigation initiatives.

CCP Programme ManagementManage the supply chain requirements of the CCP manufacturing programme to support current sales commitments and future business growth.

ProcurementLead and control the purchase-order process, ensuring compliance with company procurement policies. Work proactively with suppliers to progress and expedite orders to meet business requirements.

Supplier Pricing & Master DataEnsure supplier information within EFAC, including pricing, lead times and other relevant data, is accurate and effectively maintained.

Materials Planning & Order FulfilmentOversee materials planning, stock allocation, sales-order fulfilment, dispatch documentation and invoice generation. Ensure Operations and Sales receive timely and accurate information regarding material, supplier, tooling and delivery status.

Stores & WarehousingLead and coordinate all stores and warehousing activities, ensuring effective inventory control, material availability and efficient operational support.

Tooling ControlManage tooling availability and control, including release for field-service activities, returns, audits, inspections and replenishment.

Component Repair LogisticsCoordinate and manage all logistics associated with component repair activities, including appropriate tracking and status reporting.

Freight & LogisticsManage freight and logistics requirements, ensuring reliable, cost-effective and timely movement of materials and products.

Performance Management & ReportingEstablish, monitor and report relevant functional KPIs, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of supply chain and logistics performance.

Continuous ImprovementBuild a culture of continuous improvement within the function. Identify and implement improvements to processes, systems and ways of working to increase efficiency, quality and service levels.

Market & Supply Chain AnalysisMonitor market trends and supply-chain conditions relating to pricing, availability, lead times and supplier capacity. Proactively identify risks and opportunities and recommend appropriate actions.

New Product & Process IntroductionPartner with Operations, Engineering and other functions to support new product and process introductions. Provide supply chain expertise and recommendations for make-or-buy and outsourcing decisions.

Business PartnershipProvide timely, practical and commercially focused supply chain and logistics advice to managers and key stakeholders across the business.

Projects & Business SupportLead or support strategic and operational projects as required by the General Manager and contribute to the wider priorities of the TSL Management Team.

Competencies:

Interpersonal effectiveness – A team builder with good communication skills and ability to build constructive and effective relationships at all levels.

Organisational skills – Ability to multi-task and prioritize daily workload. Ability to work with limited supervision.

Negotiation skills – Ability to influence and convince people, ability to achieve win-win solutions.

Leadership – Capability to manage conflict and change effectively.

Drive for Results – Steadfastly pushed self and others for results. Takes responsibility and accountability.

Perseverance – Pursues everything with energy, drive and a need to finish; seldom gives up even in the face of resistance or setbacks.  Proactive attitude and ability to act on own initiative.

Judgement – Good observational, analytical and investigative skills

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor Degree or equivalent professional experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Business, or a related discipline.

CIPS or CPSM qualification preferred or a willingness to work towards a relevant professional qualification. 

Experience:     

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a technically challenging and fast-paced international service / logistics environment.

Management / Leadership of a Team

In depth knowledge of budgeting, inventory and cost-management

Proficiency in inventory software, databases and ERP systems.

Up to date knowledge of import and export requirements for UK / EU and non-EU countries

Skills:  

Strong IT Skills, being proficient in Microsoft Office and MRP systems.

Strong Negotiation skills

Excellent organisation and time management skills.