Supply Chain Supervisor

The Compleat Food Group Limited; Crewe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Supply Chain Supervisor based in Crewe. This role involves overseeing stock management, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations. The ideal candidate will have warehouse management experience, knowledge of WMS, and strong interpersonal skills. The company offers competitive benefits and a supportive workplace culture, committed to inclusivity and professional development.

Benefits

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

33 days annual leave

Access to mental wellbeing support

Free product samples

Qualifications

• Warehouse management experience required.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and intended use.
• Ability to analyse and present operational Key Performance Indicators.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all product is stock located safely and correctly.
• Maintain the integrity of the cold chain.
• People management and leadership responsibility.

Skills

Warehouse management experience

Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Ability to analyse and present KPIs

Good numerical skills

High level of IT skills

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Team working skills

Job description

We are seeking a Supply Chain Supervisor to ensure smooth manufacturing operations including movement of staff to areas required, serving production materials and ensuring all order picking and vehicle loading operations are completed on time and in a safe manner.

About The Compleat Food Group

At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to createFood to Feel Good – great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.

We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, includingWall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, andHarvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.

Withover 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

We are backed by European private equity firm PAI Partners.

Location: Crewe, CW1 6XQ

Our Crewe site specialises in frozen savoury and sweet bakery products as well as ready meals for retail and food service. It's the home to Wrights Food Group!

Key Duties

• Ensure all frozen chilled and ambient product is stock located safely and correctly ensuring physical stock movements are mirrored on the Warehouse Management System (WMS)
• Ensure customer orders are fulfilled with all available stock and any shortcomings are communicated effectively.
• To maintain the integrity of the cold chain.
• People management and leadership responsibility for direct and in-direct reports.
• Allocate resource, ensuring all activities within the logistics area are suitably covered.
• To ensure all relevant paperwork is filled in and stored correctly and shift reports are communicated to the wider team.
• Liaise with Production Managers regarding material supply ensuring production running time is not impacted by the timely delivery of required items.
• To maintain and report on KPI’s.
• To ensure area is always audit ready, ensuring hygiene policies such as “Clean as you go” are always adhered to.
• Conduct root cause analysis for any issues where procedures and policies are not followed
• Recommend improvements to the area in terms of performance, SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures), fabrication and design.
• Ensure all food safety and quality standards are adhered to
• Ensure a safe working environment for all employees by enforcement of company health and safety policy and by developing a proactive culture to reducing accidents.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills

• Warehouse management experience.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and intended use.
• Ability to analyse and present operational Key Performance Indicators' (KPI)
• Familiar in the use of inventory control software for the receiving and issuing of stock in a manufacturing environment.
• Good level of numerical skills.
• High level of IT skills (e.g., word/excel/PowerPoint/outlook)
• Energy drive and determination to succeed.
• Ability to build strong working relationships external & internal colleagues.
• Proactive nature, willing to learn quickly and to take new challenges.
• Attention to detail and organisation skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with internal and external contacts.
• Team working skills across disciplines and departments.
• Self-motivated with ability to motivate others.
• Ability to complete root cause analysis.

Why Join Us?

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and career growth:

• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
• 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
• Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
• Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
• EV charging points – available at selected sites
• 24/7 access to Grocery Aid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
• Physical Wellbeing Hub – free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
• Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
• Online wellbeing support – from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
• Financial wellbeing tools – including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid
• Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
• Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
• Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
• Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
• Recognition through Club Compleat rewards

Community & Culture

• 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
• Charity initiatives and fundraising events
• Team socials to connect and celebrate together
• Employee networks & support groups – including Women @ Compleat
• New baby gift for new parents

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.