Head of Supply Chain UK and Ireland

Head of Supply Chain UK and Ireland page is loaded## Head of Supply Chain UK and Irelandremote type:
Hybridlocations:
Huthwaite, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdomtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date: November 30, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id:
R0203922**Head of Supply Chain UK and Ireland**To succeed in this role, you’ll bring at least 5 years of leadership experience in logistics, ideally within the medical device or pharmaceutical sector. You’ll have a strong track record in managing third-party logistics (3PL) providers, along with hands-on experience in system implementations such as S4H. Financial fluency, especially in logistics budgeting and cost optimization, is essential. You’ll also have a firm grasp of compliance and regulatory standards like GDP and ADR. If you’re a confident communicator, a collaborative leader, and ready to drive change in a hybrid work environment, we’d love to hear from you.This is a full-time, hybrid role of 37.5 hours, working Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm. Working initially up to 5 days onsite, then 2–3 days onsite weekly at our head office in Huthwaite, Nottinghamshire.You will:* Lead all local logistics operations including warehousing, transportation, planning, and clinic replenishment.* Drive continuous improvement and efficiency across logistics activities.* Manage 3PL relationships and oversee local S4H implementation and stabilisation.* Deliver local supply chain projects to enhance capabilities and reduce costs.* Monitor inventory levels and own local Supply Chain KPIs, reporting to the Cluster Lead.* Manage logistics budgeting with a focus on cost transparency and standardisation.* Lead SandOP processes and support cross-functional demand and budget planning.* Ensure compliance with GDP, ADR, and other regulatory standards.* Promote team collaboration, safety, and represent the company with logistics authorities.* Coordinate closely with global supply chain and business functions.Here at Fresenius Medical Care, we value the contribution of our people and ensure that we offer industry-leading rewards and progression.We offer a competitive salary alongside a wealth of other fantastic benefits listed below:* Company Pension Scheme* Life Assurance* 33 Days Holiday (inclusive of 8 days bank holiday) increasing with service* Company paid health cash plan* Annual leave purchase scheme (with 12 months service)* Long Service Vouchers* Cycle to Work Scheme* bhsf RISE - our Health and Wellbeing hub 24/7 access to GP''s and Counsellors* Blue Light card – providing thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high streetWe are the **leading provider of dialysis services** to the NHS, operating **52 partnership dialysis units** that together provide regular dialysis treatment to over **3,800 NHS patients in the UK**.
We are part of a global company treating over **344,000 patients worldwide** across **over 4,000 clinics**.We also operate **44 production sites on all continents** to provide dialysis products such as dialysis machines, dialysers and related disposables. **1 in every 2 of all dialysis machines** used around the globe are manufactured by Fresenius Medical Care and we are the **3rd largest medical devices company in the world.****Head of Supply Chain posts will be subject to a Basic DBS Disclosure****Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunities employer****#1 Top Workplace in the area.**#J-18808-Ljbffr
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