Operations & Supply Chain Manager – Robotics & Beverage Distribution

About the role

LEC is seeking an Operations & Supply Chain Manager to oversee day‑to‑day activities across its robotics and beverage distribution divisions. The role is hands‑on, requiring strong organisational skills and the ability to drive processes that keep products moving efficiently from supplier to customer.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations for both LEC Robotics and LEC Beverages.
• Manage purchasing, shipments, imports, deliveries and inventory control.
• Liaise with manufacturers and suppliers in China on a daily basis.
• Oversee logistics providers, warehouses and fulfilment partners.
• Organise robotics deliveries, installations and after‑sales support.
• Ensure accurate and on‑time fulfillment of customer orders.
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast stock requirements.
• Improve operational processes and introduce efficiencies.
• Maintain accurate operational records and reporting.
• Collaborate with sales, finance and technical teams to execute customer projects.
• Resolve operational issues independently and professionally.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers, logistics partners and customers.

Required profile

• Proven experience in operations, supply chain or distribution.
• Background in importing, logistics or distribution businesses.
• Excellent organisational and project‑management abilities.
• Strong commercial awareness and high attention to detail.
• Calm under pressure, proactive and results‑oriented.
• Fluent in Mandarin and English, confident communicating with Chinese suppliers and UK customers.

Required skills