Supply Chain Manager
Location: Stevenage
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum
Monday – Friday
Benefits:
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Opportunity to lead strategic procurement initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment
* Collaborative and supportive cross-functional teams
* Ongoing career development and progression opportunities
* Exposure to advanced ERP systems and supply chain technologies
* Onsite electric car charging
* Free onsite parking
* Work from home opportunities after probation
* Early finish on Fridays
* Access to online GP services
Supply Chain Manager Summary:
As Supply Chain Manager, you will lead and manage procurement operations, ensuring alignment with business strategy and customer demand. You will be responsible for developing procurement strategies, optimising supplier performance, and promoting operational efficiency. This role plays a critical part in enhancing responsiveness and agility across the supply chain while maintaining strong compliance and record-keeping practices.
Supply Chain Manager Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company objectives
* Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Production to align supply chain operations with market and customer requirements
* Monitor market trends and proactively manage supply chain risks
* Lead and develop the purchasing team to promote collaboration and high performance
* Oversee supplier selection, negotiation, and performance management to ensure value, quality, and reliability
* Monitor material costs and ensure purchasing aligns with quoted pricing
* Minimise excess material stock and coordinate with Sales to return or repurpose surplus
* Drive continuous improvements in procurement processes and supplier relationships
* Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations
* Maintain accurate procurement records and supply chain performance metrics
Supply Chain Manager Key Skills & Experience:
Essential:
* Proven experience in supply chain or procurement leadership within a manufacturing environment
* Strong understanding of supply chain dynamics and ERP systems
* Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills
* Ability to develop strong internal and external stakeholder relationships
* Strategic thinking with data-driven decision-making capabilities
Desirable:
* Experience using EPICOR ERP systems and managing system-based challenges
Supply Chain Manager Qualifications:
Desirable:
* Degree or MBA in a relevant field
* Relevant supply chain or procurement certifications
If this opportunity sounds right for you, please apply and a member of the Pin Point Recruitment team will be in touch