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Join Our Supply Chain Team at The Compleat Food Group

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join our dynamic team in Crewe.


This is a key role at the heart of our operations, where you'll take ownership of the entire supply chain process, from sourcing raw materials to ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality finished products.


A major focus will be on logistics and fleet management, where you'll oversee transport, distribution, and warehousing to ensure goods move smoothly, safely, and on time. You'll also manage our fleet operations to maximise efficiency, compliance, and service levels. Alongside this, you'll be responsible for labour and revenue budgets, planning, supplier performance, and driving continuous improvement across all areas.


Your leadership, strategic thinking, and ability to solve problems in real time will be key to keeping our supply chain agile, cost-effective, and aligned with business and customer needs.

Who We Are:

At The Compleat Food Group, we're on a mission to create delectable food that not only brings joy to your taste buds but also extends love to our planet. We fondly refer to it as 'Food to Feel Good' because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive impact.


Our team of over 5,000 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. Their genuine passion drives the creation of delectable products for UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market-leading brands such as Wall's Pastry, Squeaky Bean, and Unearthed.

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday 08:00-17:00

Your Duties Will Include:

Creating a suite of KPIs to assess the performance of the functions under your control Review KPIs and functional performance Managing the performance of your team, ensuring high standards and continuous development Implementing system improvements to streamline processes, reduce complexity, and cut costs Attending meetings as required to stay aligned with business goals and priorities Instigating and managing projects as required by the business to drive success Ensuring correct stockholding of raw materials and packaging both on and off-site Ensuring accurate documentation is maintained to track movements throughout the supply chain Collaborating with the Group Supply Chain to enhance functional capabilities and operational efficiency Ensuring resources are in place to effectively deliver on all responsibilities Taking on any additional tasks allocated by your manager to support the wider team

Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

Proven experience (5+ years) in supply chain management within the food industry Strong analytical skills and proficiency in supply chain software Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities Knowledge of UK food regulations and industry best practices

Benefits:

33 days holiday (including bank holidays) 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year Online and High-street retailer discount scheme Employee well-being and community support groups Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform Charity Initiatives and Team events 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support) Physical Wellbeing Benefits - Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts. Online Wellbeing benefits Free Financial wellbeing - mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount


The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.


We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity's employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.


Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

Recruitment Agencies:

We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.


If you would be interested in working with us, please send a message to recruitment@compleatfood.com and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.