Job Description
JOB SPECIFICATION
Job Title: Supply Chain Manager
Reporting to: Operations Director
Position: Fulltime permanent position. Hybrid Working.
Hours: 37.5 Hours per week
Role Summary:
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an award-winning speciality food and drink wholesaler as the newest member of our Operations team.
The focus of this role is to maintain the company’s stock levels at appropriate levels, to maximise availability to customers while maximising margins through tactical and strategic procurement decisions, whilst limiting exposure to stock loss caused by overordering.
Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):
• Develop systems and new ways of working to optimise procurement decisions.
• Place orders with suppliers so that availability and fulfilment is maximised without holding excess stock.
• Continual development of algorithms to improve stock turn and lower end of life waste.
• Maximise margin opportunities through tactical purchases where available.
• Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers.
• Work closely with others in the buying team to influence ranging decisions.
• Work in partnership with all other stake holders in the business, including the sales team and finance.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with Cotswold Fayre’s third-party logistics partners.
• Daily review of inbound supplier deliveries, chasing of any no shows and resolve issues on receipt with the supplier / the goods in team, in a timely manner.
• Daily analysis of current fulfilment levels, investigation / resolution of issues and communication of the status to the business.
About You:
Essential Personal Qualities
• Excellent with numbers, analytical, and highly organised. Self-motivated and able to juggle a large workload with good judgement on prioritisation in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and an ability to converse in an inspiring manner.
• Resilient, resourceful, and tenacious and confident to make decisions that will drive the business forward.
• Energetic and dynamic, with an entrepreneurial spirit and a rolled-up sleeve approach.
• Commercially focused and able to analyse data to make thoughtful and high impact decisions.
• Strong cultural awareness is essential to work with our diverse team and suppliers.
• Must be able to demonstrate experience in delivering high levels of customer service
• Passion for food and sustainability
Desirable Personal Qualities and Attributes:
• 3-5+ years working in operations / supply chain roles
• Experience of working in a food or drink business would be desirable
• Strong working knowledge of S&OP process
• Project management skills with extensive end to end management of operational processes, tracked and evaluated to deliver against targets.
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Educated to a minimum of GCSE level C or equivalent
• Good understanding of Word/Outlook
• Advanced level of Excel
About Cotswold Fayre
Cotswold Fayre is an award-winning business, having won 10 awards over the past few years: including being named in 2026 as the Elite Business No. 1 SME in the UK, The Lloyds Bank Purpose Before Profit Business of the Year and most recently a coveted Grocer Gold Award.
We are a speciality & fine food wholesale distributor, leading the way by offering a consolidation service to supply retailers with premium food and drink products, both ambient and chilled, sourced from the best producers in the UK and across the globe.
We aim to inspire, delight, and make a difference to people’s lives and to the planet through our shared passion for food.
We are proud to be a certified B-Corporation! This accreditation is increasingly recognised as a label which highlights companies with exceptional environmental and social standards. Using a business as a force for good to benefit both people and planet. We are pleased to be a member of the Living Wage Foundation and since August 201+ all our business activities have been Carbon Neutral.
We are constantly seeking ways in which to minimise the impact of our supply chain on the planet and seek to encourage delivery consolidation as part of the process. We differ from other wholesalers by working in close partnership with our suppliers, many of whom we count as friends, not just suppliers! This means that customers are ‘close’ to the people making the food and drink they are selling.
We have an experienced, diverse team that collectively, provide extensive market knowledge and offer retailers an appropriate delivery solution that benefits both their business, local community, and the planet.
Interested?
As well as a competitive salary, a company pension, private health scheme after a qualifying period and Company performance bonus scheme is offered. Modern offices in a high street location, working with a small forward thinking and friendly team.
• We are looking for a person who, like us, believes business should be a force for good and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and with all levels of ability. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we stand for. We want our people to grow and develop their confidence and responsibilities treating our customers with kindness and care; all within an atmosphere of fun and rewarding hard work.
• When applying for a role, let us know why you're excited about this opportunity. Share your passion, your goals, and what drives you. Your unique perspective and enthusiasm are what make you stand out. We can't wait to learn more about you and how you can contribute to our team.
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Job Title: Supply Chain Manager
Reporting to: Operations Director
Position: Fulltime permanent position. Hybrid Working.
Hours: 37.5 Hours per week
Role Summary:
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an award-winning speciality food and drink wholesaler as the newest member of our Operations team.
The focus of this role is to maintain the company’s stock levels at appropriate levels, to maximise availability to customers while maximising margins through tactical and strategic procurement decisions, whilst limiting exposure to stock loss caused by overordering.
Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):
• Develop systems and new ways of working to optimise procurement decisions.
• Place orders with suppliers so that availability and fulfilment is maximised without holding excess stock.
• Continual development of algorithms to improve stock turn and lower end of life waste.
• Maximise margin opportunities through tactical purchases where available.
• Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers.
• Work closely with others in the buying team to influence ranging decisions.
• Work in partnership with all other stake holders in the business, including the sales team and finance.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with Cotswold Fayre’s third-party logistics partners.
• Daily review of inbound supplier deliveries, chasing of any no shows and resolve issues on receipt with the supplier / the goods in team, in a timely manner.
• Daily analysis of current fulfilment levels, investigation / resolution of issues and communication of the status to the business.
About You:
Essential Personal Qualities
• Excellent with numbers, analytical, and highly organised. Self-motivated and able to juggle a large workload with good judgement on prioritisation in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and an ability to converse in an inspiring manner.
• Resilient, resourceful, and tenacious and confident to make decisions that will drive the business forward.
• Energetic and dynamic, with an entrepreneurial spirit and a rolled-up sleeve approach.
• Commercially focused and able to analyse data to make thoughtful and high impact decisions.
• Strong cultural awareness is essential to work with our diverse team and suppliers.
• Must be able to demonstrate experience in delivering high levels of customer service
• Passion for food and sustainability
Desirable Personal Qualities and Attributes:
• 3-5+ years working in operations / supply chain roles
• Experience of working in a food or drink business would be desirable
• Strong working knowledge of S&OP process
• Project management skills with extensive end to end management of operational processes, tracked and evaluated to deliver against targets.
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Educated to a minimum of GCSE level C or equivalent
• Good understanding of Word/Outlook
• Advanced level of Excel
About Cotswold Fayre
Cotswold Fayre is an award-winning business, having won 10 awards over the past few years: including being named in 2026 as the Elite Business No. 1 SME in the UK, The Lloyds Bank Purpose Before Profit Business of the Year and most recently a coveted Grocer Gold Award.
We are a speciality & fine food wholesale distributor, leading the way by offering a consolidation service to supply retailers with premium food and drink products, both ambient and chilled, sourced from the best producers in the UK and across the globe.
We aim to inspire, delight, and make a difference to people’s lives and to the planet through our shared passion for food.
We are proud to be a certified B-Corporation! This accreditation is increasingly recognised as a label which highlights companies with exceptional environmental and social standards. Using a business as a force for good to benefit both people and planet. We are pleased to be a member of the Living Wage Foundation and since August 201+ all our business activities have been Carbon Neutral.
We are constantly seeking ways in which to minimise the impact of our supply chain on the planet and seek to encourage delivery consolidation as part of the process. We differ from other wholesalers by working in close partnership with our suppliers, many of whom we count as friends, not just suppliers! This means that customers are ‘close’ to the people making the food and drink they are selling.
We have an experienced, diverse team that collectively, provide extensive market knowledge and offer retailers an appropriate delivery solution that benefits both their business, local community, and the planet.
Interested?
As well as a competitive salary, a company pension, private health scheme after a qualifying period and Company performance bonus scheme is offered. Modern offices in a high street location, working with a small forward thinking and friendly team.
• We are looking for a person who, like us, believes business should be a force for good and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and with all levels of ability. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we stand for. We want our people to grow and develop their confidence and responsibilities treating our customers with kindness and care; all within an atmosphere of fun and rewarding hard work.
• When applying for a role, let us know why you're excited about this opportunity. Share your passion, your goals, and what drives you. Your unique perspective and enthusiasm are what make you stand out. We can't wait to learn more about you and how you can contribute to our team.
Report this listing
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Supply Chain Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Warehouse / Logistics Jobs sector. This role in Theale offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Warehouse / Logistics Jobs is a plus.
