Experienced Supply Chain professional with strong end‑to‑end supply chain management skills.
A scaling, product driven sports technology business are currently recruiting for a Supply Chain Manager on a full time, permanent basis in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high‑growth organisation developing next generation smart technology products within the consumer market.
Role: Supply Chain Manager
Type: Permanent
Location: Vauxhall (3 days per week in office)
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 DOE + up to 20% bonus + benefits
Key responsibilities for the Supply Chain Manager will include and will not be limited to:
* Manage and develop the relationship with the business’ primary contract manufacturer in the Far East.
* Support the successful scaling of production output from ~50k to 150k units annually.
* Lead annual and in year contract negotiations, ensuring best value and commercial optimisation.
* Source electrical and sub‑components, balancing quality, cost, lead times and supplier performance.
* Work closely with internal Hardware teams to ensure on‑time, high‑quality product manufacture.
* Drive continuous improvement across supply operations, reducing cost and enhancing quality.
* Lead production planning with the contract manufacturer and sub‑suppliers.
* Analyse supply chain data and report on KPIs, spend variances, supplier performance and operational metrics.
* Contribute to long‑term supply strategy relating to new markets, supplier networks and product iterations.
Key skills and experience required for the Supply Chain Manager job applicant and will not be limited to:
* Minimum 3 years experience in Senior Supply Chain or Purchasing roles, ideally within consumer electronics, FMCG or product-based environments.
* Strong background in contract negotiations (ideally £1m+ deal exposure).
* Experience working with manufacturers in China, Mexico, Vietnam or Eastern Europe (desired, not essential).
* Exposure to cost modelling and commercial analysis is highly advantageous.
* Experience working in a small, fast paced or start up environment with broad end‑to‑end responsibility.
* Comfortable owning supply operations, solving operational challenges and driving improvements.
To apply for this Supply Chain Manager / Purchasing Manager / Procurement Manager / Operations Manager / Supply Chain Operations Manager / Supplier Relationship Manager role, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.