{"id":18815,"date":"2022-08-11T14:38:14","date_gmt":"2022-08-11T14:38:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/twg-build.co.uk\/akarecruitment\/?p=18815"},"modified":"2022-08-11T14:38:14","modified_gmt":"2022-08-11T14:38:14","slug":"signs-a-career-as-a-supply-chain-manager-is-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/twg-build.co.uk\/akarecruitment\/signs-a-career-as-a-supply-chain-manager-is-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Signs a Career as a Supply Chain Manager is for You"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Supply Chain Manager is responsible for every stage of the production flow from purchasing raw materials to delivering the final product. Here are the signs you\u2019d make a good supply chain manager:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>You have\u2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">strong organisational skills<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a logical and systematic approach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">good time management, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the ability to solve problems and make decisions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external teams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">negotiation skills<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">business management and analytical skills<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">excellent communication skills, both written and verbal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">leadership skills<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IT literacy and data management skills<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and understanding of risk management in the context of the supply chain.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>You want to\u2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">work with procurement managers and buyers to source the right products<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">negotiate contracts with suppliers and customers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">plan and implement logistical strategy, ensuring targets are met<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">oversee product storage, handling and distribution<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">use computer software to track goods from origin to delivery<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">work on forecasts and inventories, keeping an accurate record of the process and analyse performance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">work to a budget while maintaining quality<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">manage a team of supply chain staff<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">improve the supply chain performance and look for any possible innovations to the process<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">develop new and existing relationships with suppliers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">manage and minimise the risks (for example operational or reputational) that could affect or interrupt the supply chain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">consider the environmental impact of the supply chain in order to meet sustainability targets.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>You don\u2019t mind\u2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">potential shift work and unsociable hours<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a fast-paced environment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a low ratio of women to men in the sector<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">occasional travel.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Getting started<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this career path is open to all graduates, a degree, Higher National Qualification or foundation degree in one of the following subjects may be advantageous:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">supply chain management<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">business management<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">finance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">computing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">information systems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">logistics management<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">transport management.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Courses in supply chain management are offered by the Chartered Institute of Logistics.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Graduate schemes are also available with large organisations offering experience across the whole supply chain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work experience through entry-level jobs is an alternative route, such as an administrative assistant, purchasing assistant or trainee buyer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supply-chain apprenticeships are also available.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Search all supply chain jobs on our vacancies page.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Article source: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prospects.ac.uk\/job-profiles\/supply-chain-manager\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.prospects.ac.uk\/job-profiles\/supply-chain-manager<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Supply Chain Manager is responsible for every stage of the production flow from purchasing raw materials to delivering the final product. 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