Regional Supply Chain Manager

Howells Solutions Limited; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Regional Supply Chain Manager for the Northern Region. The role encompasses developing supply chain strategies, managing supplier partnerships, and ensuring compliance across significant projects in social housing and refurbishment. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering excellence and innovation in a supportive workplace with hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Regional Supply Chain Management within construction.
• Successful management of supply chain costs and performance.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of regional supply chain strategies.
• Build and maintain partnerships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Monitor market trends and support tendering efforts.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Proactive Mindset

Detail-oriented

Innovation

Job description

Regional Supply Chain Manager
Location: Northern Region
Sector: Social Housing, Refurbishment, Planned Works, Voids & Responsive Repairs
Spend - circa 50m
We are working in partnership with a prominent construction company to recruit a Regional Supply Chain Manager. This key role will support the Northern Operations team, working closely with Operations, Commercial, and Estimating to proactively develop and manage a high-performing, competitive supply chain of national and regional suppliers and subcontractors.

Operating in a fast-paced, live environment where speed and quality are critical, you'll be central to delivering excellence across projects in social housing, refurbishment, and planned/reactive maintenance.

Regional Supply Chain Manager - Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of regional supply chain strategies that align with local business plans and margin targets.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring optimal performance and risk management.
• Monitor market trends to feed valuable insights into both regional and national strategies.
• Champion innovation through your understanding of market conditions and local business needs.
• Oversee and manage a spend of approximately 50 million across various categories.
• Take national responsibility for a designated supply category (materials, manufacturers, indirect services, or subcontractors).
• Support tendering efforts and improvement initiatives in collaboration with wider teams.
• Ensure compliance with all supply chain processes and maintain accurate documentation and reporting.

Regional Supply Chain Manager - Experience Required

• Proven experience in a Regional Supply Chain Management role within construction, ideally in social housing, refurbishment, or planned works.
• Demonstrated success in managing supply chain costs and performance across subcontractors and material/manufacturer categories.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• A proactive, innovative mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Regional Supply Chain Manager - Salary & Benefits Package

Enjoy a role where you'll be trusted to take ownership, work flexibly, and contribute to meaningful projects. Our client offers a supportive, inclusive workplace with hybrid working options and a focus on work/life balance-giving you the space to excel professionally while staying motivated and satisfied. Apply now or contact Dave for more information on (phone number removed).