Interim Group Supply Chain Manager

DeterTech; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Telford is seeking an Interim Group Supply Chain Manager on a contract basis. The role involves managing supply chain strategies, supplier relationships, and compliance, and offers a competitive daily rate. The company provides various benefits, including healthcare and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

25+ Days of Holiday

Healthcare scheme

4% Employer pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Cover 3x salary

SmartWater Product Pack

Wider Benefits Portal

Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme

Employee Recognition Programme

Flexible working

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in supply chain management, 3+ years in leadership roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships and contracts, including negotiations.
• Develop and implement supply chain strategies and KPIs.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks.

Skills

Procurement

Logistics

Inventory Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Project Management

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance

Job description

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Interim Group Supply Chain Manager

Application Deadline: 9 July 2025

Department: Supply Chain

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: UK (Telford)

Reporting To: Michael Kennedy

Compensation: GBP 400 - GBP 500 / day

Description

At DeterTech we give peace of mind to people and communities, every day. Making the world a safer, more secure place is what matters to us. And it's what sets us (and you, if you join us...) apart from the crowd. DeterTech continues to grow and has big plans for the future. Join us and see how you can contribute to our future success.

What's expected of you?

The Group Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for managing and developing the supply chain strategy for DeterTech. They will work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure that materials, products and services are procured efficiently and cost-effectively. Additionally, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards, and identifying and mitigating supply chain risks.

This role is a hybrid working role with the expectation of going into our Telford office twice per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships and contracts, including pricing and service negotiations
• Source new suppliers for components for key products at competitive prices and using robust supply channels
• Develop and implement supply chain strategy, reporting metrics, policies and procedures for the organisation
• Work with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and develop sourcing strategies that optimise cost, quality, and lead time
• Work with Finance on forecasts, keeping records of the process and analysing performance
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including supply shortages, supplier financial instability, and geopolitical risks
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards, including import/export regulations, ethical sourcing, and product safety
• Manage supplier performance in line with ISO9001
• Participate in cross-functional teams to develop and execute new product introductions, cost reduction initiatives, and other supply chain improvement projects
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track supply chain performance and identify areas for improvement

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of procurement, logistics, and inventory management
• Experience in managing supplier relationships and negotiating contracts
• Ability to identify and mitigate supply chain risks
• Strong project management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards, including import/export regulations, ethical sourcing, and product safety

Personal Attributes:

• Strong leadership abilities: Responsible for leading and managing a team of supply chain professionals, so they should have excellent leadership skills to motivate and develop their team members
• Effective communication skills: Will need to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers, so they should have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Collaboration and teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop and execute new product introductions, cost reduction initiatives, and other supply chain improvement projects
• Problem-solving skills: Should identify problems, analyse data, and develop solutions to improve supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and mitigate risks

Benefits

Benefits:
• 25+ Days of Holiday
• Healthcare scheme
• 4% Employer pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Cover 3x salary
• SmartWater Product Pack
• Wider Benefits Portal
• Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme
• Employee Recognition Programme
• Flexible working