Category Supply Chain Director
4 weeks ago
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Category Supply Chain Director to lead our dynamic Supply Chain Team in a senior management capacity. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the efficient sourcing and management of our diverse product portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive cash margin growth across the product portfolio – full P&L responsibility
- Purchase goods at the lowest Total Ultimate Cost
- Develop and nurture long-standing supplier relationships
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities/sources
- Understand crop management, technical requirements & product specifications
- Develop crop strategies for product portfolio in line with the overall Supply Chain Strategy
- Supplier development, management & compliance
- Working collaboratively with relevant departments to ensure seamless processes
- Leading, developing and managing a high-performing team
- Develop KPIs for the business unit fully aligned with Company Objectives
- Build and implement annual budget for crop portfolio
- Engage in Barfoots S&OP processes from a Supply Chain perspective
Requirements
Requirements and Qualifications
- 5 years+ purchasing experience in the Fresh Produce industry
- Knowledge of factory and technical requirements
- Team Management/Supervisory experience
- Strong Commercial awareness & business acumen
- Financial understanding of Budget & P&L
- Basic understanding of crop production techniques
- Understanding of factors that affect quality
- Understanding of international logistical cool chains shipping via sea, road and air
- Excellent communication & negotiation skills
- Strong command of English Language both written & spoken
- Additional language (Spanish) a distinct advantage
- Proficient in the use of MS Office applications, email, MRP systems and the internet
- Full driving licence & valid passport
Why Work for Barfoots?
Our Company Culture
- Investors In People - Silver Award status
- Company pension scheme
- Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Benefits Platform
- Development opportunities
- Discounted leisure membership
- Discounted vegetable box scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free onsite parking
- Approved training centre for Highfield qualifications
- Rapidly growing company
- Committed to Sustainability
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