Role Purpose

The Supply Chain Manager will oversee and optimise the end-to-end supply chain for a household textile business, ensuring efficient sourcing, production planning, inventory management, and distribution of finished goods. The role focuses on cost control, supplier performance, and on-time delivery while maintaining product quality and availability.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain & Planning

• Manage the full supply chain process from raw material sourcing to finished goods distribution.

• Develop and implement demand planning and production schedules aligned with sales forecasts.

• Ensure optimal stock levels to meet customer demand while minimising excess inventory.

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Source and manage suppliers of fabrics, trims, packaging, and related materials.

• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and contracts with local and international suppliers.

• Monitor supplier performance and ensure quality, compliance, and delivery standards.

Inventory & Warehouse Management

• Oversee inventory control across raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.

• Implement systems and controls to reduce stock losses, shortages, and overstocking.

• Work closely with warehouse teams to ensure efficient storage and dispatch.

Production & Operations Coordination

• Collaborate with production teams to ensure smooth manufacturing flow and capacity planning.

• Identify bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ensure production timelines are met without compromising quality standards.

Logistics & Distribution

• Manage inbound and outbound logistics, including transport and delivery scheduling.

• Ensure timely distribution to retailers, wholesalers, or direct-to-consumer channels.

• Optimise logistics costs while maintaining service levels.

Reporting & Compliance

• Track and report on KPIs such as OTIF (on-time-in-full), inventory turns, lead times, and costs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Prepare regular supply chain performance reports for management.