Responsible for the OVERSEESING AND MANAGING the Company’s SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS, for new and existing business NEW product or LAUNCH projects. Including coordinating with Sales and Account Managers; product development; technical team, production team and factories to ensure each project milestone and deliverables are achieved (QUALITY, ON TIME, ATTHE RIGHT PRICE)

This role requires a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

As a Uniform Supply Chain Project Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and effective management of new projects and product launches within the company. Your ability to plan, execute and optimise supply chain processes will contribute to the overall success of  uniform procurement and distribution operations.

Key Responsibilities:

PROJECT PLANNING AND EXECUTION

• Work closely with Head of Supply Chain to understand sourcing strategy for each
• Develop project plans outlining objectives, timelines, resources and
• Manage project timelines from initial tender brief through to launch
• Complete initial costings and critical paths for tender submission
• Follow through with critical path updates in response to client-led changes to project timelines
• follow up with all internal teams to ensure timelines are running to schedule.
• Coordinate with Head of Supply Chain and each department to define project scope and
• Execute projects according to plan, ensuring adherence to quality, budget and

SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT

• Identify and evaluate uniform suppliers based on quality, cost and reliability working with Head of Supply Chain.
• Ensure all styles are handed over, and purchase orders are placed on time for each new
• l 0. Resolve any issues that arise throughout development or production, to ensure no delay to the end delivery date.
• Plan capacity ahead of time for new projects in collaboration with the Head of Supply Chain
• Work with Head of Supply Chain to ensure the best launch prices are
• Negotiate the best payment terms for each new project in collaboration with Head of Supply
• Negotiate prices, payment terms and timescales with suppliers to ensure favourable
• Monitor supplier performance through product development stages and first manufacture run, trouble shoot any issues that arise and address discrepancies, with support of Production Managers and Head of Supply

LOGISTICS SET UP AND MANAGEMENT

•  Plan and coordinate with Production team, JSD factories and logistics teams to ensure on time delivery and distribution of uniforms to  Warehouse locations, at the optimum freight charges.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

• Conduct regular factory visits, before launch manufacture and during to carry out inspections of uniform shipments to verify adherence to standards.
• Address any quality issues or defects with suppliers and internal teams, guided by Head of Supply

COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION

• Facilitate communication and collaborations between internal departments, factories, and logistics
• Provide regular updates on project progress to key stakeholders

COMPLIANCE AND SUSTAINABILITY

• Work with ESG Specialist to ensure factories comply with client-specific requirements for each new project, audits including factory visits for each project.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards related to sustainability and ethical sourcing practices.

POINTS TO NOTE:

• Travel within the UK and Internationally is required in this role.

Key skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles and practices
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify problems and develop solutions

Experience:

• Proven experience in project Management, preferably in a supply chain or procurement role
• Experience in the uniform or apparel industry is highly regarded

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.

The ideal person

• Someone articulate, knowledgeable and charismatic who can stand in front of our diverse clients from Hospitality, Food & Beverage  fashion, and Travel.
• Able to work with the team and  suppliers to drive the projects forward to deliver on time.
•  A strong PD background would really help also.

• Due to high volumes of response, those who are suitable will only be contacted

   PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE RIGHT TO LIVE AND WORK IN THE UK .

  Please note that due to the high volume of candidates only suitable candidates will be responded too.