Supply Chain Manager

BMR Solutions Ltd; Severn Beach; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in advanced technology solutions is seeking a Supply Chain Improvement Leader in Bristol. This role focuses on driving supply chain excellence through lean methodologies and process optimisation, ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead transformative projects in an inclusive and innovative environment, offering robust career development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Share Incentive Plan

25 Days Annual Leave

Half-Day Fridays

Defined Contribution Pension

Flexible Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of end-to-end complex manufacturing supply chains.
• Effective project management skills to lead initiatives from concept to completion.
• Experience in change management and driving organisational improvements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Head of Supply Chain to implement best-practice processes.
• Drive ERP compliance and establish a data governance framework.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver strategic supply chain projects.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Education

MCIPS

Project Management Qualifications

Tools

ERP

MRP

Job description

Supply Chain Improvement Leader

Bristol, UK

Salary + Benefits: Competitive salary, private healthcare, share incentive plan, 25 days annual leave, half-day Fridays, defined contribution pension, flexible benefits package

Monday to Friday, standard office hours with half-day Fridays

Our client, a global leader in advanced technology solutions, is seeking a dynamic Supply Chain Improvement Leader to join their team at a state-of-the-art facility in Bristol.

This high-visibility role focuses on driving supply chain excellence through lean methodologies and process optimisation, ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and uncompromising quality. You’ll work closely with the Head of Supply Chain and collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead transformative projects. The company fosters an inclusive, innovative environment, offering robust career development and a commitment to work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Head of Supply Chain to define and implement best-practice processes aligned with the target operating model
• Develop and implement a standardised playbook and toolset for supply chain management
• Drive ERP compliance and establish a data governance framework to ensure accurate data inputs and outputs
• Create standardised reporting for order book management, shortage management, cost reduction, and supplier performance scorecards
• Evolve and automate supply chain KPIs, executing phased improvements to enhance performance tracking
• Implement improvement governance, including visual management, to foster cross-functional engagement and idea generation
• Identify skills gaps within the purchasing function and develop targeted training programs
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver strategic supply chain projects with measurable impact
• Engage and coach teams to drive a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration

The Person/Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of end-to-end complex manufacturing supply chains
• Proficiency in Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies
• Expertise in ERP/MRP systems with robust data capture and analysis skills
• Effective project management skills to lead initiatives from concept to completion
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to inspire and guide cross-functional teams
• Experience in change management and driving organisational improvements
• Ability to engage and train teams to achieve desired outcomes
• MCIPS or equivalent qualification (desirable)
• Project management qualifications (advantageous)

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead transformative change within a pioneering technology organisation. If you’re passionate about driving supply chain excellence, we’d love to hear from you!

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