Supply Chain Officer

ZipRecruiter; Toronto; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supply Chain Officer to enhance supplier relationships and optimize procurement processes. This role involves managing supplier performance, driving cost savings, and implementing effective commodity strategies to ensure quality and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in supply chain management, with proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office. Join a dynamic team dedicated to operational excellence and contribute to impactful projects in the maritime sector. If you are passionate about supply chain optimization and vendor management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in supply chain or procurement processes.
• Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage suppliers to meet quality, cost, and delivery goals.
• Develop and implement commodity strategies for cost savings.
• Collaborate on operational improvement projects.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Procurement Processes

Supplier Negotiations

Relationship Management

Data Analysis

Education

2+ years experience in supply chain/procurement

Tools

ERP Systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Title: Supply Chain Officer

Location: Southampton SO15

Salary or Rate: up to £30K

Hours: Full time

Type: Permanent

HSB ID: 187/164

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy, and Aerospace sectors. We have several permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas – visit our website or LinkedIn page for more.

Typically, this person will be managing and developing a group of suppliers to meet quality, cost, and delivery goals for the company, aiming to support efficient and consistent operations.

Day to Day Duties and Responsibilities of the Supply Chain Officer:

1. Purchase materials/services in line with business needs at optimal cost.
2. Act as the main contact and expert for assigned commodities.
3. Develop and implement commodity strategies.
4. Drive cost savings while ensuring product quality.
5. Build and manage strong vendor relationships.
6. Oversee supplier performance and ensure commercial agreements are in place.
7. Identify cost reduction and process improvement opportunities.
8. Support risk mitigation, benchmarking, and decision-making with data reports.
9. Collaborate on operational improvement projects.

Requirements of the Supply Chain Officer:

1. Knowledge and minimum 2 years’ experience in supply chain/procurement processes.
2. ERP system experience.
3. Supplier negotiations and relationship management.
4. Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint).
5. Marine industry or yacht production knowledge (desirable).

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who are governed by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and have been appointed to act as the recruitment consultancy for this role.