Head of Supply Planning (Outsourced)

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Head of Supply Planning (Outsourced) - UK Chilled Food Manufacturing
Location: Redhill, Surrey (Frequent International Travel Required)

Are you a supply chain expert with a passion for leading high-performing teams and building strategic supplier relationships? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, managing complex international supply chains, and driving continuous improvement? If so, we have a new and exciting opportunity for you!

The Compleat Food Group are seeking a Head of Supply Planning (Outsourced) to manage our outsourced product range, ensuring optimal efficiency, cost management, and seamless product availability. You'll lead a talented team of supply chain professionals while working closely with global suppliers to ensure our business growth targets are met, and our customers remain satisfied.
What you will be doing:

• Strategic Supply Planning:
  Build and nurture relationships with key (and new) outsourced suppliers, collaboratively developing and implementing supply strategies that align with our business goals. Ensure cost-efficient product availability and manage the seamless execution of key events, such as Christmas and range changes.
• End-to-End Supply Chain Management:
  Oversee the full outsourced supply chain process, from supplier sites to customer delivery. Proactively manage risks like raw material availability and capacity constraints to ensure minimal service disruptions.
• Measurement & Control:
  Collate, analyse, and report on key supply chain KPIs, using data to drive continuous improvements in efficiency and cost management.
• Capacity Management:
  Understand capacity constraints, lead times, and working practices at our supplier sites. Collaborate closely with the Demand Planning team to ensure future demand can be met without compromising service or efficiency.
• Team Leadership & Development:
  Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement across the group.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  Work closely with key internal teams to ensure alignment between product parameters and forecast demand, while driving cost efficiencies.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Analyse supply chain performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and lead initiatives that enhance supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service delivery.
• Global Supplier Management:
  Frequent International travel to supplier sites to understand operational processes, build strong relationships, and ensure alignment with our supply chain strategy.

Who we are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of supply chain management experience, with 3+ years in a senior leadership role within the food industry.
• Strong experience managing global end-to-end supply chains, including logistics, import/export, and customs processes.
• Excellent leadership and team development skills, with the ability to inspire, manage, and motivate diverse teams.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills to build lasting relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong proficiency in supply chain management software and tools, with a demonstrated ability to analyse data and drive strategic decisions.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and standards.
• A proactive problem solver with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel internationally per month.

Why Join The Compleat Food Group?

This is your opportunity to shape the future of our outsourced supply chain, leading a high-impact team, and working with global suppliers to ensure the smooth flow of our chilled product range. In return, we offer a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference in a growing, dynamic company.

Benefits to Include:

• Car Allowance & Bonus
• 33 Days annual leave
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
• Employee well-being and community support groups
• Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
• Physical Wellbeing Benefits - Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
• Online Wellbeing benefits
• Paid Annual HRT Prescription Fee
• Free Financial wellbeing - mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
• Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount

The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive. We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. That's why we're committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.
Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge, apply today and help us deliver excellence across the UK chilled food manufacturing industry!