First Mile

recycling

SupplyChainManager

London, United Kingdom FULL TIME
The Brief

“Supply Chain Manager at First Mile. Skills: Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Team Leadership, Supplier Management, Process Improvement. Lead, develop and performance-manage a team of 12 supply chain and operations professionals. Manage the performance of all sub-contracted services”

Industry & Context.

recycling
Problems you'll solve

analytical skills with the ability to interpret KPI data and make informed decisions; proactive, self-motivated approach with a track record of driving process improvement

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Proven experience in a Supply Chain, Sub-Contract, or Operations management role, ideally in a fast-paced or growth environment., Demonstrated people management experience, with the ability to lead and develop teams effectively., commercial acumen with experience negotiating contracts, pricing, and supplier agreements., Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret KPI data and make informed decisions., A proactive, self-motivated approach with a track record of driving process improvement., Passion for sustainability, the environment, and making a meaningful difference., interpersonal and relationship-building skills, both internally and with external partners.

What You'll Do.

develop and performance-manage a team of 12 supply chain and operations professionals

Manage the performance of all sub-contracted services

Build and maintain relationships with top and strategic suppliers

Negotiate competitive pricing

and supply agreements

Optimise and improve processes to drive efficiency

and improved customer experience while reducing cost to operate

Ensure 100% compliance with First Mile's safety

and environmental standards

Report to the Senior Management Team and Board on the performance of the Supply Chain function

Contribute to the strategic direction of the Supply Chain department

Support new business and account management teams in developing competitive and sustainable commercial proposals

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

cross-functional coordination; collaborate with the tech team; build and maintain relationships with top and strategic suppliers; interpersonal and relationship-building skills, both internally and with external partners; Support new business and account management teams

Communication Scope

interpersonal and relationship-building skills

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