Supply Chain Continuous Improvement & Innovation Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and forward-thinking Supply Chain Continuous Improvement & Innovation Manager to join a growing organisation. This newly created position plays a key role in driving transformation across the supply chain network — enabling business growth, enhancing service levels, and optimising costs through innovative thinking and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will be a passionate, analytical, and customer-focused leader with a strong track record in supply chain improvement and innovation. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a roadmap for continuous improvement and innovation across the supply chain network. Identify and deliver initiatives that enhance cost efficiency, service speed, and quality. Introduce automation and mechanisation to improve operational performance. Collaborate with procurement, logistics, IT, and operations to implement scalable and sustainable solutions. Establish KPIs, track performance, and communicate insights to senior leadership. Strengthen network resilience, flexibility, and scalability to meet business demands. Analyse operational performance to identify and resolve root causes of inefficiency. Build agility to manage seasonal and demand fluctuations. Conduct network modelling to align operations with strategic goals. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and standardise best practices across the network. Support long-term business planning and commercialisation through supply chain capability development. Person Specification Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline. 5–10 years’ experience in supply chain leadership roles, ideally within FMCG, retail, or omnichannel environments. Proven experience in network optimisation, planning, and operational execution. Essential Skills & Experience Strong organisational and governance skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Self-motivated, high-energy professional with a collaborative mindset. Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office tools. Data-driven analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities. Experience managing budgets or P&L responsibility. Familiarity with tools such as Data Guru, Supply Chain Guru, SAP APO/IBP. Demonstrated success in delivering measurable improvements in cost, quality, and speed.