Supply Chain Management Lead
East Midlands (ideally) or Manchester
We are partnering with a growing telecoms infrastructure provider who are seeking a Supply Chain Management Lead to join their team based in the East Midlands. There is flexibility to work from the Manchester office if required.
Your role as a Supply Chain Management Lead will be to drive strategic supplier relationships and ensure efficient delivery across large-scale UK network projects. This role will play a key part in strengthening procurement processes, minimising risk, and supporting business growth through a well-managed and scalable supply chain.
Key Responsibilities for this Supply Chain Management Lead role:
- Oversee the Supply Chain Management (SCM) team, 3 direct reports & 2 indirect
- Improve goods and services procurement processes to make sure everything runs as efficiently as possible.
- Implement best practice negotiation strategies and secure cost-effective, mutually beneficial, profitable customer and supplier partnerships
- Train team members and other staff when needed to strengthen supply chain knowledge.
- Prepare and share supply chain updates for internal and client meetings.
- Highlight any risks or opportunities that could affect the business.
- Join weekly meetings to help plan and manage spending.
- Ensure all materials and equipment are delivered on time and meet quality standards.
- Ensure theyard is well-organised and stock levels are accurate and properly managed.
- Liaison with sales, marketing and other departments outside SCM
Key Requirements for this Supply Chain Management Lead role:
- Degree in Supply Chain/Procurement/Contracts Management/Finance
- Minimum 3 years of experience working in a similar role in Telecoms/Technology/Utilities industry
- Strong understanding of UK Supply Chain Law
- Experience with SAP is highly advantageous
- Experience with e-procurement and supply chain systems
- Excellent communications skills
- Proven experience leading and mentoring a team of supply chain and procurement professionals
Package offered for this Supply Chain Management Lead role:
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- Discretionary bonus depending on personal, team and company performance
- 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Medical care/cash plan
- Other standard package details including pension
- Immediate starts and interviews available
How to apply for this Supply Chain Management Lead role:
If you are interested in this Supply Chain Management Lead role, click apply now or send your CV to Becky Reed – becky.reed@navartis.co.uk for further details and immediate consideration. Navartis are an equality and diversity recruitment agent and employer.
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