Senior Manager, Supply Chain

Safeguard Medical

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About The Position

We’re on the lookout for a passionate Senior Manager, Supply Chain to join our team in Hereford. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. At Safeguard Medical, every role plays a part in our mission to preserve life and deliver excellence across the globe. As a Senior Manager, Supply Chain, you’ll be right at the heart of our mission to preserve life.

Requirements

• You thrive in a team and bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do
• You’re passionate about helping others and want to be part of something that truly matters in emergency medicine
• Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain Management or relevant purchasing/business degree
• Previous experience and success working within a Supply Chain role
• Sound commercial acumen and effective negotiation skills
• An effective communicator with exceptional customer service and influencing skills
• Proven analytical skills and proficient in completing supplier agreements
• Technical knowledge and understanding of the medical industry - preferable
• Qualification in Leadership & Management
• Experience of Sage 200 software - preferable
• Experience in stock and warehouse management
• Experience in dealing with overseas suppliers
• Export Documentation training
• UK Driving License

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train and manage a team of supply chain staff
• Negotiating terms, Service Level Agreements, contracts, agreements and prices with suppliers companies, monitoring and assessing their performance and maintaining cost-effective practices
• Implementing logistic strategies and supply chain planning, tracking goods from the origination point to the warehouse.
• Identifying and minimizing risk by predicting the demand for products and adopting new technology with no interruption to the process
• Managing inventory, tracking stock levels, orders, operations, and performance through ERP software to ensure targets for packing, kitting and distribution are met.
• Developing KPI’s, safety guidelines, teaching and enforcing the protocols and reporting in line with the companies Goals and Objectives for Supply Chain
• Prepare forecasts and reports for company's senior management team
• Responsible for the supply chain process in the Quality System Management Control
• Partnering with Quality team to ensure compliance, best practices and integration across the QMS
• Input sourcing and supply chain considerations into new product development to ensure smooth transition to market
• Ensuring all NPD for SMT are in compliance with EN ISO 13485, EU Regulation on Medical Devices 2017/745, UK MDR 2002
• Input sourcing and supply chain considerations into potential new business opportunities.
• Work with Finance to coordinate Purchasing
• Ensure all delivery evaluations are performed in full Compliance with ISO13485 and other relevant standards
• Annual reporting and supplier evaluations through management review
• Responsible Intercompany buying and selling for all web orders
• Co-ordinate marketing/commercial requirements for exhibitions
• Responsible for creating and maintaining SKU within ERP
• Creation of product labels for all Critical suppliers
• Ensuring sterile product compliance in line with ISO 11137
• Ensuring the safety of the supply chain during procurement of medicinal products in compliance with MHRA GDP and Home Office requirements
• Team up with colleagues across our global network to solve real-world challenges
• Drive quality, innovation, and service in everything you do—because lives depend on it

Benefits

• Competitive pay & performance bonus – because your impact deserves recognition
• Government-backed pension scheme – with a 5% employer contribution to help secure your future
• Generous holiday allowance – time to recharge and enjoy life outside of work
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential support when you need it most
• Comprehensive insurance packages – peace of mind for you and your loved ones
• Tuition reimbursement & referral programs – invest in your growth and help us grow too

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree