Location: London
Role Type: Hybrid
Salary: Up to £55,000, plus bonus
Job Details
This is more than just a job; it’s a mission.
As a Supply Chain Lead, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a sustainable, efficient, and strategically aligned supply chain to support critical programmes. You will work as a key member of the Supply Chain function, shaping supplier strategies, influencing decision‑making, and strengthening a network of partners to safeguard commercial interests and enable successful programme delivery.
You will help drive improvements in supplier collaboration, operational performance, sourcing processes, and continuous improvement across the business—making a tangible impact on complex, mission‑led programmes.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide senior supply chain support to programmes, including supplier identification and shaping negotiation and tender strategies
* Lead competitive sourcing activities to ensure on‑time delivery, best value, and alignment with programme requirements
* Negotiate and implement agreements, ensuring customer flowdowns and commercial requirements are fully captured
* Proactively manage supplier relationships, including pricing, availability, performance, and obsolescence risk
* Oversee supplier governance and performance management, tracking key metrics such as OTIF, quality, and risk
* Collaborate closely with programme teams, providing updates, reporting, and clear stakeholder communication
* Support and guide Supply Chain team members while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
Candidate Requirements
* Experience within a supply chain function and understanding of how supply chain operations drive organisational efficiency
* Proven experience negotiating and managing subcontracts, with knowledge of contract and subcontract law
* Ability to manage supply chain elements within complex programmes
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
* Advanced Excel skills and strong MS Office / presentation capability
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills at all levels
* Degree-qualified or equivalent in a relevant subject
Preferred
* CIPS qualification
* Experience with US export/import trade controls
* Knowledge of European language
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