Labour Supply Chain Manager

Pertemps Birmingham Commercial; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is looking for a Labour Supply Manager to oversee on-site contractors in Birmingham. The ideal candidate will have a robust network within the industry, excellent organizational skills, and experience in managing teams. You will be responsible for ensuring that the right labour resources are allocated to projects efficiently while maintaining compliance with company policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in labour supply or contractor management.
• Strong network to source skilled labour efficiently.
• Ability to manage a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee on-site contractors.
• Build relationships with contractors and agencies.
• Lead and develop the operations team efficiently.
• Allocate labour resources according to project needs.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.

Skills

Contractor management

Industry connections

Team leadership

Communication skills

Compliance knowledge

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Labour Supply Manager to take charge of managing on-site contractors and overseeing a dedicated team. This role is ideal for someone with strong industry connections, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to match the right workforce to project needs. You will play a key role in ensuring labour resources are delivered effectively to support ongoing and upcoming projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all on-site contractors, ensuring smooth integration into projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, agencies, and industry contacts.
• Lead and develop a team, ensuring high performance and efficient delivery of labour supply operations.
• Allocate labour resources daily to meet project timelines and client requirements.
• Liaise with Project Managers and site leads to understand workforce needs.
• Ensure all contractors comply with company policies, health & safety, and legal standards.
• Maintain accurate workforce records and documentation.
• Identify opportunities for improving efficiency in labour allocation and contractor management.
• Support the wider operations team in meeting business objectives.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in labour supply, contractor management, or a related role.
• Strong network of industry connections and ability to source skilled labour quickly.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Good knowledge of compliance, health & safety, and employment regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.