Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager

Location:

Northampton, UK (On‑site)

Salary: circa GBP 55,000

Office hours: 6:00am – 3:00pm, Monday to Friday (Early start due to working closely with China and Far East suppliers). Candidate can start work at home.

No sponsorship for overseas candidates without a UK working visa.

We’re looking for an experienced and energetic Supply Chain Manager to take ownership of a global supply chain operation within a fast‑paced, growing SME in the musical instrument industry. This hands‑on role is for someone who enjoys responsibility, thrives under pressure, and wants to work in a business where music is part of everyday life. If you’re passionate about music (especially if you play guitar), you’ll feel right at home.

• Managing finished‑goods suppliers in the Far East, driving performance on cost, quality, and delivery
• Developing strong supplier relationships and identifying new sourcing opportunities
• Leading and negotiating contracts with international 3PL logistics providers
• Managing global freight and logistics into multiple markets
• Developing UK last‑mile and direct‑to‑consumer distribution solutions
• Inventory control, demand planning, and forecasting across multiple locations
• Identifying and mitigating supply chain risk
• Leading and developing a small supply‑chain and logistics team
• Driving continuous improvement using data, systems, and insight

• Passionate about music and excited to work in the musical instrument sector
• Playing guitar or another instrument is a strong advantage
• Experienced in managing global B2B supply chains and export distribution
• Strong knowledge of sourcing and manufacturing in the Far East
• Confident managing outsourced 3PL providers
• Commercially minded, organised, and detail‑focused
• Comfortable working with numbers, margins, and forecasts
• Clear communicator with a proactive, can‑do attitude
• Qualifications and professional certifications are welcome but not essential

• Competitive salary
• Commission and bonus scheme
• Workplace pension
• 25 days holiday plus additional days with service
• Private healthcare (after probation)
• Hours:
  
  6:00am – 3:00pm, Monday to Friday
• Occasional international travel required

Candidate will report to a Finance Director. This role is offered as a contract position.