Supply Chain Manager

The Bread Factory is London’s premier Artisan Bakery, celebrated for our award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes. We proudly supply top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers, including our beloved GAIL’s Bakeries nationwide. As we continue to grow, we are on the lookout for our next Supply Chain Manager to join our dynamic team.

We Care about a Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions of traditional baking, using only the finest ingredients and techniques. We believe in doing things the right way, not the easy way.

We Care about Baking: At The Bread Factory, our teams take immense pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked goods. Our passion for our products drives us to share knowledge and expertise among each other.

We Care about Each Other: We foster a culture of respect, empathy, and support for our employees, neighbors, and customers alike.

We Care about Community: We are committed to minimizing unsustainable practices and reducing waste while ensuring everyone has access to nutritious, high-quality food.

We Care about Nature: Our commitment to sustainability spans our entire supply chain—from reducing waste and reusing surplus to supporting regenerative farming that helps restore our planet.

Every day is unique at The Bread Factory, but here are some key responsibilities you will take on:

• Manage end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring goods are ordered, delivered, and stocked efficiently to meet operational and production needs.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, manage purchase orders, monitor deliveries, and resolve issues promptly.
• Maintain optimal stock levels, track shelf life, and conduct monthly stock takes to ensure accuracy and reduce waste.
• Forecast stock requirements, oversee the introduction of new ingredients and packaging, and manage the phase-out of delisted products.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lead process changes aligned with our company values.
• Lead, coach, and develop the supply chain team to foster capability, engagement, and a culture of accountability.
• Provide training opportunities to build skills and support professional growth.
• Monitor key metrics such as customer complaints, shortages, and stock write-offs.
• Ensure accurate month-end reconciliations and productivity improvements through regular reporting and analysis.

Our team believes you will be a fantastic addition if you possess the following:

• Experience in supply chain or operations management, ideally within food production, manufacturing, or other fast-paced environments.
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with experience in coaching and developing staff.
• Strong Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly in Excel for data management and reporting.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, drive efficiency, and maintain accuracy under pressure.
• A proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

We offer a range of fantastic benefits to our team members:

• Fresh bread daily to take home and enjoy with family and friends.
• 50% discount at GAIL’s and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets.
• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
• Discounts and savings from high-street retailers and restaurants.
• Access to a 24-hour GP service.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Join us at The Bread Factory and be part of a team that truly cares about quality, community, and sustainability!