Global Supply Chain Manager

Radiodetection Ltd; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working (3 days in Bristol)

Job summary

Radiodetection, part of SPX Technologies, is seeking a Global Supply Chain Manager to lead and optimise our international supply chain across the UK, US and Canada, with hybrid work including three days in our Bristol office.

You'll shape supply chain strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships and drive cost efficiency while supporting both NPI and existing products, with travel to suppliers in North America.

Qualifications

• Proven supply chain leadership in manufacturing.
• Experience managing international suppliers and multi-site operations.
• Track record of supplier consolidation and moving products between suppliers.
• Experience supporting offshoring or manufacturing relocation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a global supply chain team of around 10 people.
• Consolidate and optimise our global supplier base.
• Drive supplier performance, cost reduction and continuity of supply.
• Manage supplier contracts, commercial negotiations and obsolescence.
• Support NPI and the ongoing success of existing product portfolio.
• Partner with Engineering to improve product design, manufacturability and cost.
• Lead supplier transfer and manufacturing offshoring projects.
• Travel to sites and suppliers in the US and Canada.

Skills

Global supply chain leadership

International supplier management

Contract negotiation

ERP/MRP experience

Change management

Job description

As part of SPX Technologies, Radiodetection, we design industry-leading technology that helps protect critical infrastructure worldwide. We're looking for an experienced Global Supply Chain Manager to lead and optimise our international supply chain across the UK, US and Canada.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll shape supply chain strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships and ensure our products continue to reach customers efficiently and cost-effectively.

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop a global supply chain team of around 10 people.
• Consolidate and optimise our global supplier base.
• Drive supplier performance, cost reduction and continuity of supply.
• Manage supplier contracts, commercial negotiations and obsolescence.
• Support both New Product Introduction (NPI) and the ongoing success of our existing product portfolio.
• Partner with Engineering to improve product design, manufacturability and cost.
• Lead supplier transfer and manufacturing offshoring projects.
• Travel to our sites and suppliers in the US and Canada.

What You'll Bring

• Proven supply chain leadership within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing international suppliers and multi-site operations.
• A track record of supplier consolidation and transitioning products between suppliers.
• Experience supporting offshoring or manufacturing relocation projects.
• Strong commercial, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• ERP/MRP experience and a continuous improvement mindset.

Why Join SPX Radiodetection?

• Lead a global supply chain for an innovative technology business.
• Work on products that make a real difference worldwide.
• Influence product strategy alongside Engineering and Operations.
• Hybrid working (3 days in our Bristol office).
• International travel and excellent career development opportunities.

If you're a strategic supply chain leader who enjoys driving change and delivering operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.