Head of Supply Chain

Seymour John Public Services (Midlands) Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community. As the Head of Supply Chain, you'll define and implement strategies that enhance operational excellence and drive efficiency. This role requires a passionate leader who can manage complex supply chain functions and foster strong relationships with stakeholders. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring vital services remain accessible. If you're ready to embrace change and contribute to a brighter future, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading complex Supply Chain functions.
• Extensive experience in procurement and contract negotiation.
• Experience managing budgets for cost efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement supply chain strategy aligned with objectives.
• Lead and develop the team through the employee life cycle.
• Oversee negotiations and maintain strategic supplier partnerships.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Procurement

Stakeholder Management

Budget Management

Contract Negotiation

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management

Full MCIPS status

Job description

Job Title:Head of Supply Chain

Location:UK wide - Fully remote with some occasionally onsite presence required

Salary:£62,000 - £76,000 per annum

Organisation

Join us in making a meaningful impact when people need it most. For over a century, we have provided essential support to individuals facing financial hardship. As we continue to grow, our mission is to reach even more people and offer them the help they need.

To achieve this, we are looking for passionate and driven individuals who are ready to embrace change and contribute to a forward-thinking organisation. By working together, we can strengthen our impact and ensure vital services remain accessible for generations to come. If you're ready to be part of a team that is creating positive change, we invite you to join us in building a brighter future—together.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the overall supply chain strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and promoting operational excellence.
• Lead, manage and develop the team through the whole employee life cycle.
• Oversee high-level negotiations and maintain strategic partnerships with key suppliers to secure favourable agreements and ensure service quality.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and internal stakeholders to understand organisational needs and drive supply chain efficiency.
• Ensure the supply chain function adheres to legal, regulatory, and internal policies while proactively managing risks.
• Set KPIs and monitor the performance of the supply chain function, providing regular updates to senior stakeholders and driving continuous improvement.
• Identify and champion opportunities for innovation and process improvement, leveraging data insights to enhance supply chain operations.
• Manage and optimise the supply chain budget, ensuring cost efficiency and value delivery across all procurement activities.

Role – Specific knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Experience in leading complex Supply Chain functions for a geographically dispersed organisation
• Designing and implementing strategic supply chain solutions which deliver value for money to an organisation.
• Extensive experience in procurement, including use of frameworks (e.g. Crown Commercial) and contract negotiation.
• Proven experience of embedding new ways of working across multiple areas within an organisation
• Experience of working as an internal service provider to operational functions
• Appropriate qualification e.g. Degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field, or Full MCIPS status
• Experience of managing a budget to drive cost efficiencies and value
• Experience of stakeholder management and engagement

Desirable

• Familiarity with charity sector or public procurement regulations.
• Experience in warehousing and distribution.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills.

Further information

For further information, please contact John Lavictoire