Interim Supply Chain Leader for Precision Manufacturing

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; North West Leicestershire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Interim Supply Chain Manager for a 9-12 month assignment in North West Leicestershire. This role requires a hands-on leader with a proven track record in manufacturing, particularly in low-volume and high-complexity environments. Key responsibilities include mentoring a team, improving supplier performance, and overseeing procurement and material planning. Competitive compensation is offered for this impactful position.

Qualifications

• Proven senior or interim supply chain leadership in manufacturing.
• Experience in low-volume, high-complexity, precision environments.
• Strong supplier negotiation and planning expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop others.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement, material planning, and supplier performance.
• Coach and mentor a developing team member.
• Implement clear KPIs and governance.
• Improve supplier performance and resilience.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Mentoring

Material planning

KPI management

Education

Degree preferred

CIPS desirable

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Interim Supply Chain Manager for a 9-12 month assignment in North West Leicestershire. This role requires a hands-on leader with a proven track record in manufacturing, particularly in low-volume and high-complexity environments. Key responsibilities include mentoring a team, improving supplier performance, and overseeing procurement and material planning. Competitive compensation is offered for this impactful position.