Procurement & Supply Chain Manager
hace 21 días
Birkenhead
About Us: \n \n Hydrokem Aerosols are located on the Wirral and specialise in the manufacture of aerosol and bag on valve products. We supply to a wide range of market sectors including personal care, healthcare/medical devices, veterinary, household, automotive and technical. \n \n Hydrokem Aerosols is a part of Clinimed Holding Limited, a group of companies founded in 1982 following the acquisition and formation of number of additional companies within the group. \n \n Job Summary: \n \n As a vital member of our leadership team, you will oversee the complete procurement and supply chain operations. Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders, you will lead cross-functional teams and cultivate strong partnerships with suppliers to ensure seamless alignment with business goals, consistently achieving targets for cost efficiency, delivery timelines, and quality standards. \n \n Benefits: \n \n\n • Company Car/Car Allowance\n, • Contributory Pension Scheme (5% Employer Contribution, Increasing up to 10% with Service)\n, • Medical Cash Back Plan (Simply Health)\n, • Life Assurance (4 x Annual Gross)\n, • Annual Performance Bonus\n, • Annual Pay Review\n, • Onsite Free Car Parking\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme.\n, • Employee Referral Scheme\n, • Employee Assistance Programme – Health & Wellbeing\n, • Training & Development Opportunities\n, • 25 Annual Holidays plus Bank Holidays and One Company Holiday (and Christmas Shutdown)\n\n \n Main Duties & Responsibilities: \n \n\n • Oversee the entire supply chain process, including procurement, planning, inventory management, logistics, and supplier performance.\n, • Monitor and optimize raw material and component inventories to support production schedules and meet customer demand.\n, • Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business objectives, focusing on cost efficiency, timely delivery, and quality standards.\n, • Collaborate directly with clients to understand their production requirements and design customized supply chain solutions.\n, • Establish and manage stock-holding strategies such as vendor-managed inventory, consignment stock, and safety stock models to meet customer delivery expectations.\n, • Present and defend inventory and logistics solutions to clients, supporting contractual obligations.\n, • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement and supply chain team.\n, • Partner closely with internal stakeholders across departments to ensure procurement activities align with broader business goals.\n, • Manage supplier relationships to enhance both operational efficiency and strategic value.\n, • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, minimize waste, and boost overall supply chain effectiveness.\n, • Identify and lead cost-saving opportunities to improve key supply chain performance indicators.\n, • Ensure all procurement projects are delivered on time and within budget.\n, • Oversee contract negotiations, ensuring terms are commercially advantageous and legally sound.\n, • Implement and refine sourcing and supplier management processes with a focus on risk mitigation and maximizing value.\n, • Leverage expert knowledge of SAGE ERP systems to manage procurement and supply chain operations.\n, • Travel internationally on occasion to support supplier engagement and operational requirements.\n\n \n Personal Specifications: \n \n\n • Proven experience in senior procurement or supply chain management roles.\n, • Strong leadership skills with a successful track record of building and developing high-performing teams.\n, • Excellent proficiency with ERP systems, preferably SAGE.\n, • In-depth understanding of contract terms and conditions and their practical application in supplier agreements.\n, • Demonstrated ability to manage the full sourcing lifecycle — from market analysis and supplier evaluation to negotiation and ongoing performance monitoring.\n, • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.\n, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement.\n\n