About the Role
Lead procurement, inventory, logistics and warehousing for a growing national building equipment and machinery business. Drive strategy, performance and operational excellence.
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced supply chain leader to join a growing national organisation in a newly elevated leadership position.
As Head of Supply Chain, you will take ownership of the end‐to‐end supply chain function, overseeing procurement, inventory planning, warehousing, logistics, supplier management, and operational performance. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a key role in supporting business growth by building scalable systems, improving efficiency, reducing risk, and driving continuous improvement across the operation.
This is a hands‐on leadership role suited to someone who can balance strategic planning with operational execution while leading a high‐performing team.
Responsibilities
* Develop and execute procurement and supply chain strategies aligned with business growth objectives
* Manage supplier relationships, commercial negotiations, pricing agreements, and service levels
* Oversee inventory planning, stock control processes, forecasting, and working capital optimisation
* Lead inbound and outbound logistics operations, including management of third‐party logistics providers
* Provide leadership and direction to warehouse operations, ensuring safe and efficient processes
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement, inventory, warehousing, and logistics
* Enhance ERP, inventory management, and reporting systems to improve visibility and decision‐making
* Develop KPI frameworks and performance reporting across the supply chain function
* Manage supply chain budgets and identify cost‐saving opportunities
* Lead, mentor, and develop a high‐performing supply chain team
Benefits
* Senior executive leadership position with direct access to the CEO
* Opportunity to shape and influence the future supply chain strategy of a growing business
* Broad scope across procurement, logistics, warehousing, and inventory management
* Join a business experiencing significant growth and transformation
Requirements
o Minimum 7 years' experience in a senior supply chain, procurement, logistics, or operations leadership role
o Previous experience within product distribution, construction, manufacturing, trade‐based, or related industries
o Strong experience managing inventory, freight, warehousing, and third‐party logistics providers
o Proven ability to lead and develop operational teams
o Strong commercial acumen and experience managing budgets and operational performance
o Advanced analytical, planning, and problem‐solving capabilities
o Experience with ERP systems, reporting frameworks, and process improvement initiatives
o Understanding of international procurement, importation, and global supply chain operations will be highly regarded
o Ability to thrive in a fast‐paced, growth‐focused environment
If you're a commercially minded supply chain professional looking for an opportunity to influence strategy, improve performance, and support business growth, we'd love to hear from you.
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