The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading and optimising end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, demand planning, logistics coordination, and stock performance.\n\nThis role ensures buying execution, supply efficiency, and working capital are aligned with commercial objectives, vendor programmes, and sales demand. It is pivotal in connecting Vendor Management, Sales, Finance, and Operations to enable profitable growth, customer satisfaction, and commercial agility.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nSupply Chain & Procurement Leadership\n\nLead the Supply Chain function, including purchasing, stock planning, and operational buying.\nTranslate commercial forecasts and vendor plans into accurate procurement and replenishment activity.\nEnsure cost efficiency, strong supplier performance, and optimal working capital utilisation.\nOversee credit control and purchasing terms to maintain financial discipline and mitigate risk.\nDevelop and implement policies for supply continuity, risk management, and supplier compliance.\n\nDemand Planning & Forecasting\n\nCollaborate with Vendor Management, Product Specialists, and Sales to create accurate demand forecasts by vendor, category, and customer segment.\nMonitor market and sales trends to align procurement cycles and prevent stock ageing or shortages.\nIntroduce structured forecasting cadence and reporting aligned with commercial governance frameworks.\n\nVendor & Distributor Alignment\n\nAct as the operational counterpart to Vendor Management, ensuring all supply-side activity supports commercial plans.\nManage distributor relationships operationally, focusing on pricing control, delivery performance, and rebate accuracy.\nParticipate in quarterly vendor business reviews (QBRs) with data-driven insights on supply efficiency and performance.\nEnsure seamless coordination with Finance on credit exposure, rebates, and compliance.\n\nOperational Efficiency & Systems\n\nDrive continuous improvement across purchasing, stock management, and inbound logistics.\nEnsure ERP, forecasting, and procurement systems are effectively used to drive automation and accuracy.\nImplement process optimisation initiatives to improve cost-to-serve, order accuracy, and fulfilment lead times.\n\nGovernance & Reporting\n\nMaintain compliance with company policies, financial controls, and audit requirements.\nProduce regular performance reporting: stock health, aged inventory, rebate tracking, supplier SLAs, and efficiency metrics.\nSupport risk and compliance reviews in collaboration with Finance.\n\nTeam Leadership & Development\n\nLead, mentor, and develop the Supply Chain team.\nFoster a culture of operational discipline, collaboration, and continuous improvement.\nEmbed governance and data-led decision-making across all supply and procurement activities.\n\nSkills & Experience Required\n\nProven experience in supply chain management, procurement, and commercial operations within IT distribution, vendor, or reseller environments.\nStrong commercial acumen with a solid understanding of vendor frameworks, distribution models, and channel dynamics.\nAbility to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate across Sales, Finance, and Vendor Management.\nStrong analytical capability - able to forecast, model, and optimise stock and working capital.\nDemonstrated success in improving supply chain efficiency and reducing operational cost.\nKnowledge of ERP systems, forecasting tools, and supply chain best practices.\n\nAttributes\n\nCommercially astute and financially disciplined.\nOperationally rigorous with a focus on execution and accuracy.\nCollaborative, pragmatic, and solutions-oriented.\nStrong communicator, able to influence across departments and external partners.\nResilient under pressure and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.\nCommitted to continuous improvement and high team performance.\n\nPerformance Indicators\n\nStock accuracy and availability rates.\nProcurement cost savings and supplier performance.\nWorking capital utilisation and aged stock reduction.\nForecast accuracy and delivery reliability.\nCompliance with vendor and financial governance.\nTeam development and engagement.\n\nAt Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.\n\nBy applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited.

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