Overview
Lead all aspects of Supply Chain within a transformation led aerospace and defence manufacturer.
Client Details
A Birmingham based leading manufacturer of safety-critical, highly regulated products is entering an exciting phase of transformation and growth. With an ambitious leadership team and an innovative, product-led strategy, the business is committed to delivering world‑class manufacturing solutions to a blue‑chip customer base.
Description
The Head of Supply Chain is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, with full accountability for end‑to‑end supply chain performance and metrics. You will lead a team of 30 via 4 managers across Purchasing, Planning, SIOP and Logistics delivering transformative strategy.
Key Responsibilities
* Shape and lead a high‑performance culture across all supply chain functions.
* Develop and implement strategies to optimise planning, purchasing, and logistics performance.
* Drive robust SIOP processes to align demand, capacity, and inventory strategies.
* Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality leadership to ensure seamless execution.
* Champion world‑class Health & Safety and compliance standards across all supply chain activities.
* Deliver transformation initiatives to enhance efficiency, scalability, and resilience.
Profile
* A dynamic, forward‑thinking leader with a proven track record in supply chain transformation.
* Ideally solid comprehension of aerospace or defence manufacturing.
* Strong leadership experience across planning, purchasing, and logistics functions.
* Deep understanding of SIOP principles and their application in complex environments.
* Demonstrable success in developing supply chain performance within safety‑critical manufacturing.
* Experience in highly regulated or compliance‑driven industries.
* Ambitious and motivated to play a key role in large‑scale transformation within a senior leadership capacity.
Job Offer
* Competitive salary at c£100,000.
* Additional car allowance.
* Permanent role offering stability and career growth opportunities.
* Chance to lead and shape the supply chain strategy within the industrial and manufacturing industry.
* Supportive company culture focused on professional development.
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