Supply Chain Manager

A leading New Zealand FMCG business is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee all aspects of the business's operations, including domestic and export supply chain.The CompanyThe company is committed to delivering premium, health-focused food products while championing animal welfare, environmental stewardship, and climate sustainability.The OpportunityThe Supply Chain Manager will play a pivotal role in leading and overseeing all aspects of the business's operations.

This role requires a dynamic, results-oriented leader and strategic thinker with a strong background in primary industry / food, supply chain, and supplier relationship management.The key responsibilities include operational leadership, supplier relationship management, quality assurance, supply chain optimization, commercial management, team leadership, compliance, market expansion, and S&OP, reporting, and analysis.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Leadership : Provide strategic leadership and direction for the operations to ensure efficient and effective production, distribution, and supply chain management.Supplier Relationship Management : Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring a reliable and consistent supply of high-quality products.Quality Assurance : Establish and maintain rigorous quality control standards to ensure that all products meet or exceed regulatory and customer quality specifications.Supply Chain Optimisation : Develop and execute strategies to optimise the supply chain, including logistics, transportation, and warehousing, to reduce costs and improve efficiency.Commercial Management : Collaborate with the finance team to develop and manage budgets, analyse financial performance, and identify cost-saving opportunities.Team Leadership : Lead and develop a high-performing operations team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and safety.Compliance : Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards, including food safety and environmental regulations.Market Expansion : Collaborate with the executive team to identify opportunities for market expansion and growth, both domestically and internationally.S&OP, reporting and Analysis : Lead a robust and commercially focused S&OP.

Provide regular reports and analysis to senior management on key operational metrics, performance trends, and strategic recommendations.This is an exciting time to join the business as they continue to grow and take new products to domestic and export markets.

The successful candidate will be a team player and an ambitious individual with a "can do" personality who thrives in a growing environment with an entrepreneurial way of thinking.

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