Senior Supply Chain Engineer
Location: Bedford, UK (with international travel)
Salary: Circa £65,000 per annum + bonus and excellent benefits
Department: Procurement / Supply Chain
Reporting to: Head of Procurement
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Senior Supply Chain Engineer to strengthen quality standards across our global supplier network.
This is a pivotal role within a growing £65m international business, combining engineering expertise with strong documentation and quality governance. You will ensure that supplier processes, quality systems, and controls are clearly defined, implemented, and consistently maintained.
The company works with approximately 440 suppliers across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, providing a diverse and challenging supply chain environment. This position offers the chance to improve supplier capability, implement structured quality frameworks, and drive continuous improvement across an international network.
The role involves approximately 20% international travel, including occasional visits of up to two weeks, to work directly with suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
Supply Chain Quality Management
Drive continuous improvement across the global supplier network
Identify supply chain risks and quality issues, leading initiatives to resolve them
Develop and implement supplier quality procedures, policies, and documentationSupplier Performance & Development
Work closely with suppliers to enhance capability, efficiency, and quality performance
Monitor supplier performance metrics and support improvement plans where needed
Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholdersSupplier Auditing & Compliance
Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and business expectations
Support suppliers in implementing corrective actions and improvement plans post-audit
Ensure supplier processes align with company quality requirementsQuality Systems & Governance
Establish and maintain structured quality documentation across the supply chain
Implement and embed quality control policies within supplier operations
Support internal teams to maintain consistent quality standardsInternational Supplier Engagement
Travel to supplier sites to support audits, quality reviews, and improvement initiatives
Requirements
We are seeking someone with a strong background in supplier quality or supply chain engineering, confident in implementing quality systems and processes within a manufacturing environment.
You will likely have:
Experience in supplier quality engineering, quality engineering, or supply chain quality within manufacturing
Experience conducting supplier audits and managing corrective action processes
A solid understanding of quality management systems and process improvement
Excellent attention to detail, particularly with documentation and quality procedures
Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal teams
A proactive, solutions-focused approach
Degree in engineering, manufacturing, quality, or related discipline is desirable, though equivalent experience will also be consideredBenefits
Salary circa £65,000 per annum
23 days holiday plus bank holidays
Healthcare cash back plan
Life insurance
Free snacks and beverages in the office
Free lunch twice a week
Half day off for your birthday
Free onsite parking, including access to electric vehicle charging points
Opportunity to work within a growing international business with exposure to 440 suppliers across multiple regions