Senior Supply Chain Manager – Manufacturing & Procurement Lead

Pertemps; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Long-term career stability

Job summary

Pertemps is seeking a Supply Chain Manager in Tewkesbury to lead purchasing, supplier management and stores, ensuring reliable, cost-efficient supply of materials. The role reports to Finance and collaborates with Production, Operations and Finance to optimise supplier performance and inventory control.

You will drive contracts, lead a Stores team, and ensure AS9100 compliance while contributing to sourcing strategy and business growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior Purchasing, Procurement or Supply Chain role within manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead all purchasing activities for stock and non-stock items using ERP/MRP systems
• Develop strong supplier relationships and manage supplier performance
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial terms
• Ensure material availability to support production schedules
• Manage stock levels, inventory accuracy and stores operations
• Lead and develop the Stores team
• Conduct supplier audits and AS9100 compliance
• Monitor subcontractor performance and order progression
• Produce reports on purchasing activity and cost-saving initiatives
• Deliver process improvements and cost reduction projects
• Manage site service contracts and key suppliers
• Support strategic sourcing, new product introduction and business growth initiatives

Skills

Senior Purchasing

Procurement

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Management

Negotiation

Inventory Control

AS9100 knowledge

Education

CIPS Level 5

CIPS Level 6 (desirable)

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Pertemps is seeking a Supply Chain Manager in Tewkesbury to lead purchasing, supplier management and stores, ensuring reliable, cost-efficient supply of materials. The role reports to Finance and collaborates with Production, Operations and Finance to optimise supplier performance and inventory control.

You will drive contracts, lead a Stores team, and ensure AS9100 compliance while contributing to sourcing strategy and business growth.