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Leggett and Platt Automotive UK

Supply Chain Manager (m/f/d) Ammanford

Wales, United KingdomFull-time2 hours ago

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We, at Leggett Dynamics, are searching for a

Supply Chain Manager (m/f/d)

within our branch leadership team tohelp support our Automotive business in

Ammanford

. Did you know we are the world’s leading designer andmanufacturer of seating support and comfort systems for transportation manufacturers, as well as tier one and twosuppliers within the automotive industry? That’s right! Our automotive products fall into four primary groups:Seating and Lumbar support, Wireless Charging, Motors and Actuators, and Mechanical Cables. If you join ourteam, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a

Supply Chain Manager (m/f/d)

you’ll take over a high-visibility role where you'll shape customer relationships,drive service performance and lead key supply chain functions across customer service, logistics, inventorymanagement and production planning. As the voice of the customer within the branch, you'll play a critical role inensuring customer needs are understood, anticipated and delivered. You'll build trusted partnerships with keycustomers, collaborate across multiple functions and drive operational performance to achieve outstanding results.

Additionally, you’ll

Build and strengthen strategic relationships with key customers, acting as their primary point ofcontact

Proactively manage changing customer demand and ensure a best-in-class service experience

Lead the resolution of order, delivery and service-related challenges with a customer-fi rst mindset

Oversee production planning, warehouse operations and inventory management activities

Drive inbound and outbound logistics performance to support operational effi ciency

Ensure inventory accuracy and consistently achieve on-time delivery targets

Manage and optimise material fl ow from supplier through to customer shipment

Lead, coach and develop your team, creating a culture of continuous learning and successionplanning

Champion a safe, engaged and high-performing workplace culture

To be successful in this role, you’ll need

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business or a relateddiscipline

At least 5 years of leadership experience within a customer service, supply chain, manufacturing oroperations environment, ideally within the automotive industry

Strong project management skills and experience leading cross-functional initiatives

Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities

Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decisionmaking

A hands-on approach, perseverance, and composure even during intense periods

Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft Offi ce applications

Knowledge of Lean methodologies and continuous improvement tools, including 5S, Kanban,Synchronous material fl ow, Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and related frameworks

Fluent English language skills

What to Do Next

Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today

Benefits

  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • On-site parking
  • Sick pay

Work Location: In person

Job details

Type
Full-time
Location
Wales, United Kingdom
Posted
2 hours ago

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