Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager

Location: Skipton, UK

Working Hours: Average 36-hour week (with every other Friday off!)

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent, On-site

Lead with purpose. Deliver with impact. Grow with Dechra.

Are you a strategic supply chain leader ready to shape the future of veterinary pharmaceuticals? At Dechra, we're on a mission to sustainably improve global animal health and welfare-and we're looking for a dynamic Supply Chain Manager to lead supply chain operations at our Skipton site.

🧭 Why Dechra?

We're a global, specialist veterinary pharmaceuticals company with a reputation for innovation, quality, and integrity. With over 2,000 colleagues worldwide, our culture is built on Dedication, Enjoyment, Courage, Honesty, Relationships, and Ambition-values that guide everything we do.

🚀 Your Impact

As Supply Chain Manager, you'll take full ownership of our Skipton site's supply chain operations-from planning and materials replenishment to customer service and warehouse efficiency. You'll lead a talented team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure we deliver on time, every time.

🔍 What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and execute a robust, site-wide production plan aligned with business goals
• Lead end-to-end planning, RCCP, and demand forecasting to support CAPEX and budgeting
• Oversee warehouse operations, ensuring compliance, safety, and efficiency
• Own the S&OP process and ensure seamless communication across site functions
• Champion continuous improvement and lean practices to reduce waste and boost performance
• Manage artwork change and NPI processes to meet regulatory and customer needs
• Coach and develop your team, fostering a high-performance, values-driven culture

🎯 What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in production planning, scheduling, inventory control in a manufacturing environment
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Deep understanding of ERP systems and MRP planning
• Knowledge of warehousing operations
• Analytical mindset with a customer-first approach
• Ideally, a degree or professional qualification in Supply Chain or related field (or relevant work experience)

🎁 What You'll Get in Return

• Every other Friday off - enjoy a better work-life balance
• Bonus and car allowance
• 22.5 days holiday + bank holidays (with the option to buy more)
• 8% employer pension contribution
• Training & development opportunities to grow your career
• Free on-site parking
• Access to Headspace and our Employee Assistance Programme
• A chance to be part of a purpose-driven, inclusive, and innovative global team

📩 Ready to Lead the Pack?

If you're ready to take the reins and make a real difference in a growing global business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us shape the future of animal health.