Our client is a growing and ambitious manufacturer supplying engineered equipment to customers in the UK and internationally. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Supply Chain Manager to lead their procurement and supplier strategy.
This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for developing a reliable, scalable supply chain to support ongoing expansion.
The Role
You will lead the end-to-end supply chain and procurement function, ensuring the efficient sourcing of materials and components while improving cost, quality, and delivery performance.
Key responsibilities include:
• Developing and implementing the supply chain and procurement strategy
• Managing and developing global supplier relationships
• Negotiating supplier agreements and contracts
• Leading demand planning and procurement forecasting
• Monitoring inventory levels and stock strategy
• Driving cost reduction and margin improvement initiatives
• Managing day-to-day purchasing operations and KPIs
• Maintaining accurate ERP supply chain data and reporting
About You
• Proven experience in a Head of Supply Chain, Procurement Manager or similar senior role
• Strong experience sourcing materials within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Experience managing global suppliers
• Strong commercial negotiation and analytical skills
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
• Is it highly beneficial to have CIPS qualifications
Salary up to circa £100,000