Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager – UK & EU

Location: UK
Type: Full-time
Travel: Approx. 20%

Salary: up to £90,000 DOE

Role Overview

This role is responsible for managing and developing supply chain and procurement across the UK and Europe. You’ll lead category management, support new market entry, and work closely with franchise partners and central teams to build a scalable, reliable, and cost-effective supply chain that supports restaurant growth.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Category Management

Manage sourcing, procurement, distribution, and supplier performance across assigned categories and regionsDeliver cost improvement and productivity initiatives across food and packagingDevelop long-term category strategies aligned with global supply chain objectives

New Markets & NPD

Support supply chain setup for new European marketsLead SCM projects from planning through delivery, ensuring quality, cost, and timeline targets are metSupport approval and onboarding of local suppliers where required

Local Market Expertise

Maintain strong knowledge of local food regulations, import requirements, tariffs, and sustainability standardsBuild understanding of local suppliers, distributors, and market dynamics

Stakeholder & Franchise Engagement

Build strong partnerships with franchisees and internal teamsSupport the development and improvement of supplier and distributor networksContribute to short- and long-term supply chain strategy

Supplier Management

Manage supplier performance through KPIs and regular reviewsLead supplier negotiations and RFI/RFP processesDevelop contingency and capacity plans for key productsMaintain accurate data to support forecasting, spend analysis, and network design

Decision-Making Responsibility

Approve supplier selection, procurement plans, and supplier negotiationsRecommend regional supply infrastructure strategies, new market onboarding, and supply chain technology development

What We’re Looking For

Essential

7+ years’ experience in Supply Chain Management, ideally within Food, FMCG, or HospitalityInternational supply chain experienceStrong supplier management and negotiation skillsProject management experience across multiple workstreamsStrong written and verbal English communicationKnowledge of in-country regulations and import requirements

Preferred

Commodity market analysis and strategy experienceAdditional language skills