Supply Chain Improvement Leader

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 20 April 2026
LOCATION
Bristol
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Operations
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SKILLS

Supply chain management Lean methodology ERP Project management Data analysis Process improvement Communication Leadership

FULL DESCRIPTION

We are excited to announce an exciting opportunity for a Supply Chain Improvement Lead at our Severn Beach, Bristol location. This pivotal role at Plasma Technology is essential to guarantee that our customers receive their products on schedule, at the best possible cost, and with uncompromising quality.

Key Responsibilities

  • Working with the Head of Supply chain, define and implement best practice processes to meet the target operating model.
  • Develop & implement a standard playbook & toolset for supply chain management
  • Development of standardised reporting for supply chain in areas such as
  • Order book management
  • Shortage management
  • Cost down
  • Supplier performance scorecards
  • Drive ERP compliance and best practices to ensure input and output data are accurate
  • Development of Data Governance framework for ERP across the supply chain
  • Identify skills Gaps and develop training to support the purchasing function
  • Evolve and automate the Supply Chain KPIs and establish and execute phased improvements.
  • Develop and implement improvement governance, including visual management, that enables cross functional engagement, idea generation, prioritisation and effective escalation.

Education/Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of Supply chain experience (Purchasing manager or other).
  • MCIPS or similar degree.
  • Project management qualifications an advantage

Professional Skills/Abilities:

  • Experience with and sound knowledge of end-to-end complex manufacturing supply chains.
  • Strong experience with Lean methodology within the supply chain & Purchasing processes.
  • An ERP/MRP subject matter expert, with strong data capture and analysis skills.
  • Process Improvement Expertise: Proficiency in Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse data, identify inefficiencies, and develop data-driven solutions.
  • Project Management: Strong project management skills to lead improvement initiatives from conception to implementation.
  • Communication: Effective communication skills to collaborate with and lead cross-functional teams and convey improvement strategies.
  • Change Management: Experience in driving and managing change within an organisation.
  • Leadership: Ability to lead and inspire teams to embrace a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Able to engage cross-functional teams towards desired outcomes, utilising training and coaching effectively.
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