Summary: The Supply Chain Manager role at Berry Global's Ardeer site involves overseeing the entire supply chain process from raw material procurement to product delivery, ensuring customer requirements are met. The position requires active collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders to achieve operational targets. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in planning and sourcing within large manufacturing organizations, with a focus on continuous improvement and process efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage customer order scheduling to achieve an OTIF target of 98%.
• Maintain communication with sales regarding lead times and spare capacity opportunities.
• Ensure availability of supply materials according to the production plan.
• Create and maintain efficient procurement systems to support OTIF targets.
• Support continuous process improvement across operational processes.
• Develop structure for material sourcing, procurement, and logistics activities.
• Review and improve processes to identify potential issues and enhance operations.
• Manage stock of finished goods, raw materials, packaging, and consumables.
• Negotiate prices and supply arrangements for packaging and consumables.
• Contract manage miscellaneous services and negotiate freight and storage costs.
• Ensure third-party transport suppliers meet agreed SLAs.

Key Skills:

• Degree level or equivalent experience.
• MCIPS or BPICS qualification is desirable.
• Significant experience in planning and sourcing for large manufacturing organizations.
• Experience in fast-paced environments.
• Technical polymer knowledge is desirable.
• Proactive and solution-focused mindset.
• Focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to prioritize duties while maintaining flexibility.
• Resilience in challenging situations.
• Excellent IT skills.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: North Ayrshire

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other