Supply chain manager Work, Jobs in Appleton Thorn, Chs (with Salaries)

Stock & Supply Chain Manager
Flair Rugs —Glossop
- £55,000 - £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Travel
- Leadership
Supply Chain Manager - Regional
Novus Property Solutions Ltd —Warrington
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Hospitality
- Analysis skills
- Construction
- Work from home
- Employee discount
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Supply Chain Manager
Pets at Home —Cheadle
- £45,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
Inventory & Supply Chain Manager
Ecoscape UK LTD —Heywood
- £45,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Organisational skills
- Construction
- Free parking
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1d
Materials Manager
Ecolab Inc. —Northwich
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Leadership
Transport Operations Manager
Gist Limited —Crewe
- £50,000 - £53,000 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Group Supply Chain Manager
Mercury Hampton Ltd —Manchester
- £75,000 - £95,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Continuous improvement
- Business
- Communication skills
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Warehouse Operations & Administration Manager
Heritage Apparel Ltd —Northwich
- £35,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Administrative experience
- Warehouse experience
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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11d
Operations Manager
Outerform Fabrications LTD —Bolton
- £50,000 - £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- ERP systems
- Continuous improvement
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11d
Operations Support Manager
Envipco —Warrington
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- ERP systems
- Administrative experience
- Analysis skills
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Head of Logistics - 3PL Fashion DC
Heritage Apparel Ltd —Northwich
- £35,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Administrative experience
- Warehouse experience
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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2d
Head of Supply Chain
TVS Supply Chain Solutions —Chorley
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Driving
9d
Supply Chain & Procurement - Senior Manager - Defence
Pwc UK —Manchester
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Communication skills
Procurement Category Manager
Village Hotels - Central Team - Purchasing —Birkenhead
- £39,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Hotel
- Negotiation
- Employee assistance programme
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4d
Purchasing Manager
Oliver Valves —Knutsford
- Management
Category Manager - Indirect Services
Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC —Northwich
- ERP systems
- Travel
- Business
- Employee assistance programme
Operations Manager - Fleet Services
DHL —Manchester
- Up to £60,000 a year
- Analysis skills
- Leadership
HR Manager - Supply Chain
Greggs —Manchester
- Up to £56,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Human resources
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Head of Operations
PA Ross —Knutsford
- £55,000 - £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Flexitime
- Flexible schedule
Quick apply
Operations Manager
Amazon UK Services Ltd. —Haydock
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook

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Stock & Supply Chain Manager

Flair Rugs -
Glossop

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Job details

Full-time
£55,000 - £65,000 a year

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Leadership

Full job description

About the Role
Flair Rugs is a fast-growing wholesale business operating in a dynamic retail environment where customer demand can shift quickly and global supply chains bring real operational complexity. As a result, strong inventory management is critical to the success of the business. We are therefore seek a Stock & Supply Chain Manager to take ownership of this vital area, playing a central role in ensuring the right balance between product availability, working capital discipline, and warehouse capacity.
This is a high-impact role within the organisation, responsible for translating Flair’s inventory strategy into operational reality while leading the Stock Control team. The pace is high and priorities can evolve quickly, so the role will suit someone who enjoys solving operational challenges and taking real ownership of outcomes. This role will particularly appeal to someone who enjoys tackling complex operational problems and takes pride in seeing issues through to resolution.
At the same time, Flair is a business built on strong family values. We support each other, collaborate across teams, and take pride in developing our people. Many colleagues have grown their careers within the business, and we actively invest in individuals who want to build long-term careers and take on greater responsibility over time.
Role Purpose
To ensure the business consistently has the right stock, in the right place, at the right time, while balancing service levels, working capital, and warehouse capacity through disciplined stock control & replenishment management with a mix of factories across the world.
Key Responsibilities
Stock Availability & Service Performance

Own SKU availability and stock performance across the range.
Identify emerging stock risks early and ensure proactive course correction.
Balance competing priorities - Service, Space, Cash and Vendors.
Ensure core products are protected while managing risk across slower-moving SKUs.
Gate keep SKU count based on hurdle rates to ensure stock health

Stock Investment & Working Capital Control

Own stock investment against agreed targets (stock value and stock days).
Actively manage overstock, slow-moving, and aged inventory.
Work closely with Commercial and Finance teams to manage stock-buy decisions, range changes, and stock clearance strategies.
Ensure inventory decisions support both service delivery and financial discipline.

Replenishment Strategy, Governance & Execution

Translate inventory policy into clear replenishment rules (Min/Max levels, ordering cadence, supplier order cycles).
Ensure stock ordering processes are executed accurately and consistently.
Maintain forward visibility of the supply pipeline and manage replenishment risks.
Monitor supplier lead times, supply constraints, and inbound stock performance.
Partner with factories driven by continuous improvement in ways of working
Own relationship with our Forwarding and Shipping agents, and negotiate annual freight contracts.

Sales & Stock Analysis

Analyse sales, stock cover, and forecasts to inform replenishment decisions.
Provide structured reporting and insights to senior management on stock performance.
Use data-driven analysis to improve stock planning and decision-making.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Product, Sales, Warehouse, Sourcing, and Finance teams.
Ensure inventory decisions support wider business priorities.
Coordinate inbound stock flow with warehouse capacity planning.
Maintain effective communication across functions to manage supply risks.

Team Leadership & Capability Development

Lead and develop the Stock Control team to operate with strong discipline and accountability.
Establish a clear operating rhythm (weekly reviews, escalation processes).
Coach and develop team members to strengthen analytical and planning capability.
Build a culture focused on ownership and continuous improvement.

Process Improvement & Systems Development

Improve stock planning processes, reporting, and operational efficiency.
Support ongoing development of stock-related systems (ERP, WMS, forecasting tools).
Ensure high standards of data accuracy and process governance.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

SKU availability / service levels
Stock investment vs target (stock days and stock value)
Compliance to Min/ Max policy
Replenishment execution discipline (ordering cycle compliance)
Aged stock exposure (% stock over 6 / 9 / 12 months)
Inventory accuracy and reporting reliability
SKU Count discipline

Core Job Skills

Strong inventory planning capability (lead times, stock cover, replenishment logic)
Strong understanding of freight and shipping
Analytical mindset with strong data interpretation skills
Advanced Excel capability and confidence working with ERP systems
Structured and disciplined approach to planning and problem solving
Commercial awareness and understanding of service vs cash vs space trade-offs
Ability to manage large SKU portfolios in complex supply chains

Leadership Skills

Strong people leadership and team development capability
Ability to prioritize effectively in fast-moving operational environments
Decisive decision-making under pressure
Cross-functional influencing skills
High ownership mindset with accountability for outcomes
Ability to create clear structure, processes, and operating rhythms

What Good Looks Like

Stock risks are visible well in advance rather than discovered too late
Availability is stable with fewer emergency buys and reactive decisions
Inventory levels are controlled and aligned with agreed targets
The team operates with a consistent and disciplined planning process
Clear visibility exists across the business on stock position and supply risks

What Great Looks Like

Stock control is consistently proactive rather than reactive
Inventory decisions are data-led and predictable
The stock control function becomes trusted across the business
Inventory investment is concentrated in core products while long-tail risk is controlled
Processes and systems are scalable to support future growth of the business
The team develops into a high-performing capability within the organization

Worth noting…

This position may require occasional travel to trade shows, and factory locations overseas.
A mainly office-based role, with flexibility to support individual and business needs.

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