What does a Supply Chain Manager do?
A Supply Chain Manager plays an essential role in the company’s commercial strategy and ensures an impressive return of investment (ROI) that contributes to the company’s financial goals. They manage logistics, update and analyse inventory and perform analyses to the supply chain data. Supply Chain Managers work in a range of settings. They may work in an office or in a warehouse or manufacturing facility. They may also travel either locally or internationally to meet with suppliers and other partners. Majority of Supply Chain Managers work full time and some regularly work over 40 hours per week.
Supply Chain Manager skills and qualifications
A successful Supply Chain Manager candidate will have various skills and qualifications to perform their duties effectively, these include:
- Strong planning skills and project management expertise
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy
- Strategic planning and thinking, systems analysis and evaluation
- Relationship management skills and active listening
- Complex problem-solving skills
- Interpersonal skills
- In-depth knowledge of various IT systems
- In-depth understanding of risk management within the supply chain of the company
Supply Chain Manager experience requirements
Supply Chain Managers must have a practical business background including management principles in resource allocation, strategic planning, management, production and leadership. They must also have at least four years of experience in supply chain management and 10 or more years of experience in a leading manufacturing role. Supply Chain Managers must also have several years of experience working with other departments to identify and resolve system and procedural weaknesses.
Supply Chain Manager education and training requirements
Supply Chain Managers should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Business Administration or Supply Chain Management. Many companies accept candidates with a Foundation Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Logistics Management or Transport Management. Some companies require candidates to complete on-the-job training and obtain industry-recognised certifications such as the Association for Supply Chain Management (APICS) Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Institute of Supply Management (ISM) Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) and SCPro Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP).
Supply Chain Manager Salary expectations
According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Supply Chain Manager is £33,530 per year. This figure varies depending on factors, including experience, geographical location and company.
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