Supply Chain Manager
Supply Chain Manager
The Supply Chain Manager is a key member of the Site Senior Leadership Team (SLT), responsible for developing and executing the site's end-to-end supply chain strategy to support business growth, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and profitability.
Reporting directly to the General Manager, the role provides strategic leadership across procurement, planning, forecasting, inventory management, logistics, S&OP, supplier development, and intercompany operations. The Supply Chain Manager will play a critical role in delivering business objectives through cost reduction, working capital improvement, supply continuity, and operational efficiency.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Supply Chain Manager will contribute to overall site strategy, business planning, organisational development, and performance management while ensuring the supply chain function is positioned to support both current and future growth demands.
The role requires close collaboration with Sales, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, Project Management, and global supply chain teams to ensure effective planning, material availability, successful new product introductions, and achievement of company growth objectives.
About this role
Deliverables & Responsibilities
Senior Leadership Team
Act as an active member of the Site Senior Leadership Team, contributing to overall business strategy and decision-making.
Support the General Manager in delivering site objectives relating to safety, quality, delivery, cost, people, and growth.
Lead and influence cross-functional initiatives to improve business performance.
Develop and communicate supply chain strategies aligned with the site's operational and financial goals.
Provide regular updates to the General Manager and SLT on supply chain performance, risks, opportunities, and improvement initiatives.
Support succession planning, talent development, and organisational capability growth across the business.
Champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
Strategic Supply Chain Leadership
Develop and implement a supply chain roadmap that supports the company's growth strategy and operational objectives.
Drive improvements in forecasting, S&OP effectiveness, supplier performance, inventory management, and customer service.
Ensure supply chain capabilities support capacity expansion, new product introduction, and business growth initiatives.
Build strong relationships across the wider Astec organisation and key external partners to leverage best practices and support strategic objectives.
Lead business continuity and supply chain risk mitigation plans to ensure resilience and operational stability.
Business Performance & Growth
Deliver annual cost reduction and productivity targets through strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, value engineering, and process improvement.
Support revenue growth by ensuring supply chain readiness for NPI programmes, new market opportunities, and capacity expansion initiatives.
Drive inventory optimisation and working capital improvements while maintaining high levels of customer service.
Collaborate with Finance and Operations to improve margin performance and overall business profitability.
Key Accountabilities
The Supply Chain Manager will be accountable for:
Supply Chain Strategy
S&OP Process implementation
Forecasting Accuracy
Procurement & Supplier Performance
Cost Reduction Delivery
Inventory & Working Capital Management
Intercompany Relationships
Logistics & Distribution
NPI Supply Chain Readiness
Supply Chain Risk Management
Team Leadership & Development
Continuous Improvement
Site Leadership Team Contribution
What you will need
Required criteria
- Professional qualification, or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
- Significant supply chain leadership experience within a large manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience in procurement, S&OP process, inventory management, cycle counting, logistics, and supplier development.
- Track record of delivering cost savings, inventory improvements, and operational efficiencies.
- Experience leading teams and contributing to site leadership and business strategy.
- Strong leadership and people development skills.
- Commercially aware with effective negotiation and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent planning, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Strong communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Results-driven, customer-focused, and committed to continuous improvement.
- Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and a commitment to safety and quality
