Overview
A leading Defence organisation are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join their team in Bolton.
Position Details
* Role: Supply Chain Manager
* Duration: 6-month contract
* Pay: Up to £50 p/hr (Inside IR35 via Umbrella)
* Location: Bolton
* Working Pattern: Hybrid 2 days
Key Responsibilities
* Managing a portfolio of suppliers, ensuring performance is aligned to programme needs
* Leading supplier assessments covering planning, control, relationship management, and manufacturing excellence
* Driving improvements in supplier delivery and quality
* Carrying out process flow validation, lead‑time analysis, bottleneck identification, capacity and resource reviews
* Conducting root‑cause analysis using DMAIC and delivering clear, actionable improvement plans
* Identifying, escalating and mitigating supply chain risks, and driving them to closure
* Producing high‑quality executive summaries and communicating effectively at all business levels
* Supporting international supply chain activities where required
Key Skills & Experience
* Background in Defence, Aerospace, or similar environments
* Proven ability to influence suppliers and stakeholders
* Experience managing supplier risk and delivering performance improvement
* Skilled in problem‑solving and structured improvement frameworks (e.g., DMAIC)
* Experience working internationally
* SC21 Practitioner experience
If you're an experienced Supply Chain Manager, local to Bolton and looking for a new contract opportunity in the Defence sector, apply now.
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