Global Supply Chain & Logistics Lead

Infinitesima; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Infinitesima in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Supply Chain & Logistics Manager to lead end-to-end materials, supplier performance and international shipments across our global network.

This hands-on role blends strategic planning with day-to-day delivery, working with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and Finance to ensure availability, reduce risk and drive KPI improvements in a fast-growing science-based environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in supply chain, procurement, materials management or logistics within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of MRP, production planning, inventory control and purchasing processes.
• Experience using ERP or MRP systems to manage material demand and supply.
• Proven supplier management and commercial negotiation experience.
• Experience coordinating domestic and international logistics activities.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to use data to inform decisions.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• A proactive, practical and solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end supply chain and logistics activities across suppliers, production and customer delivery.
• Review MRP outputs, supplier schedules, material shortages and inventory levels.
• Identifying supply risks and implementing recovery plans before they impact operations.
• Maintaining accurate forecasts, material plans and delivery schedules.
• Providing clear updates to stakeholders on risks, constraints and supply status.
• Developing and monitoring KPIs to measure supply chain performance and drive improvement.
• Negotiating pricing, lead times, payment terms and commercial agreements.
• Monitoring supplier performance and leading regular business reviews.
• Managing supplier escalations and driving corrective actions where required.
• Supporting supplier audits, development activities and improvement initiatives.
• Developing alternative sourcing strategies to reduce risk and improve resilience.
• Working closely with Quality and Engineering teams to resolve supplier-related issues.
• Manage stock levels, reorder points and inventory strategies.
• Balancing material availability with working capital requirements.
• Maintaining ERP and MRP data.
• Monitoring inventory performance and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Aligning material availability with manufacturing and project priorities.
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments.
• Ensure import and export activities are compliant and efficient.
• Manage customs, freight and transportation requirements.
• Monitor shipment performance and resolve delivery issues proactively.
• Balance service levels, cost and delivery schedules across global logistics activities.
• Support new product introduction and scaling activities.
• Lead supply chain escalations and recovery plans.
• Improve supply chain processes, systems and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to reduce cost, shorten lead times and improve operational performance.
• Build stronger visibility across the end-to-end supply chain.

Skills

MRP & production planning

ERP systems

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Logistics coordination

Tools

ERP systems

MRP software

Job description

Infinitesima in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Supply Chain & Logistics Manager to lead end-to-end materials, supplier performance and international shipments across our global network.

This hands-on role blends strategic planning with day-to-day delivery, working with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and Finance to ensure availability, reduce risk and drive KPI improvements in a fast-growing science-based environment.