Supply Manager - External Manufacturing (Fixed-term contract)

Join Reckitt’s External Manufacturing Team

We are Reckitt

Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands, Reckitt’s purpose is to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose. Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege.

External Manufacturing

Our mission in External Manufacturing is to deliver an Agile Manufacturing Platform to Reckitt Europe that enables revenue generation, delivers margin improvement and supports Reckitt factories. An opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic, fast moving supply support team with a dedication to win and deliver our customer’s needs.

About the role

The position will have responsibility to ensure security of supply for our EU business covering 20 suppliers and assure strategic manufacturing transfer from one location to another is executed flawlessly without any impact on the business. The project is scheduled to run until Q3 2028.

Your responsibilities

• Building strong relationships with suppliers and country commercial teams (IMEx) to ensure high service levels.
• Managing supply planning processes, including forecast analysis, capacity checks, and inventory risk mitigation.
• Coordinating end-to-end manufacturing transfers, ensuring 98% service rate and timely execution.
• Monitoring and improving replenishment processes, including safety stock, MOQ, and lead times.
• Resolving invoice disputes and maintaining positive supplier relationships.
• Driving continuous improvement and embracing innovative “touchless” planning initiatives.
• Supporting potential expansion of scope to Reckitt factories, including planning targets and inventory tracking.

The experience we're looking for

• 5+ years of experience in a relevant position
• Solid understanding of supply planning and ERP systems.
• Experience in integrated supply chain and third-party supplier collaboration.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial appraisal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, multicultural environment.
• Proactive mindset with a drive for continuous improvement and innovation.

Personal Attributes

• Motivated, tenacious, and results-oriented.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Team player with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident, adaptable, and customer-focused.

The skills for success

• Supply Chain Planning
• External Manufacturing Coordination
• Inventory & Replenishment Management
• Logistics & Distribution Oversight
• Forecasting & Demand Analysis
• ERP & Planning Systems (e.g. SAP)
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Risk Mitigation
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Project Management
• Stakeholder Communication

What we offer

We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.