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Supply Chain Manager

Nuvonic
Slough
2 weeks ago
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The Company
Nuvonic unites Aquionics, Berson, Hanovia and Orca under one name and purpose; to grow a safer, cleaner healthier future for everyone, every day. We are seeking an outstanding Supply Chain Manager to manage the flow of materials at its system manufacturing facility in the UK.

Nuvonic is the innovator in sustainable UV technology for water, air and surface disinfectant on a global scale. Our mission is to support nature’s purity with science by protecting people and processes from harmful contamination. Employing more than 180 people globally, the group lead in the design and manufacture of Ultraviolet disinfection technology for a wide variety of applications. Products range from standard to custom engineered solutions involving chemical, light science, electrical and mechanical engineering and are distributed globally.

Products are supplied to a wide range of customers including Coca Cola, Pepsi Cola, Danone, Samsung, Pfizer, Kraft Foods, Astra Zeneca and Wartsila, among many other leading brands.

Operations are based in the UK, Germany, USA and China, and focuses on three value streams:

UV Lamps, based out of Slough UK, lamps have been at the heart of our business since 1924. Design and production of our own UV Lamps gives us control over the critical component at the heart of our products and gives strategic advantage over our competitors.

Water disinfection, displacing chemicals in water treatment in many applications such as: food and beverage production, pharmaceuticals, aquaculture, marine, drinking water and wastewater.

Air and surface disinfection, treating conveyor belts in production environments, cooling units, and air supplies.

The Role
The Supply Chain Manager will oversee and optimise our end-to-end supply chain operations. They will ensure the efficient and cost-effective flow of goods from suppliers to customers, while maintaining high standards of quality, service, and compliance. This role requires strong leadership, excellent problem-solving skills, and a deep understanding of supply chain processes, logistics, and inventory management.

Key responsibilities:
Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with business goals and customer demands
Manage MRP procurement, production planning, inventory control, and kitting for production
Identify and manage relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring performance metrics are met
Analyse supply chain data and performance to identify areas for improvement
Work closely with the Sourcing Manager, identifying opportunities for cost savings
Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., sales, production, finance) to forecast demand and plan accordingly
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and sustainability requirements
Monitor KPIs such as inventory turnover, shortages, supplier lead times, and supplier quality performance
Lead, mentor, and develop supply chain team members

The Individual
We are looking for a leader with a successful track record in global supply chain management. You will be a driven self-starter who is looking to make a difference.

You will need to have / be:
Degree in engineering or related field
CIPS or equivalent qualification preferred
Data driven with strong analytical skills
5 years + in supply chain
Strong knowledge of ERP systems
Purchasing & production experience
Strong & proven leadership skills
Experience with global supplier base such as China and EU would be an advantage

Benefits include a competitive base salary, 25 days holiday, up to 10.5% company contribution Halma pension, SIP share scheme and Life assurance.

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