Senior Supply Chain Specialist

TieTalent; Stone; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Supply Chain Specialist to lead supply chain initiatives and manage daily operations. The role requires overseeing a small team, optimizing performance, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have strong leadership, analytical, and project management skills, with at least three years of supply chain experience. Flexible hybrid working is offered.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in supply chain operations.
• 1 year in a supervisory or project management role.
• Proven experience managing cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day supply chain activities including sourcing and procurement.
• Supervise and mentor a team of supply chain professionals.
• Lead and execute supply chain projects.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Project management

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

About

We at Work Lyf Group are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Supply Chain Specialist to lead supply chain initiatives, oversee daily operations, and lead a small team. This role is responsible for optimising our clients end-to-end supply chain performance, driving supplier development, and managing critical contracts. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, analytical, and project management skills, with a proven ability to deliver improvements in complex, fast-paced environments. Hybrid working, flexible hours Key Responsibilities: Operational Oversight * Manage day-to-day supply chain activities including sourcing, procurement and vendor management. * Ensure seamless coordination between cross-functional teams to meet operational KPIs (e.g., OTIF, quality, cost efficiency). * Monitor and improve component availability, supplier performance and service levels. Team Leadership * Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of 3 supply chain professionals. * Conduct regular performance reviews, establish clear goals, and support professional growth. * Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration. Project Management * Lead and execute supply chain projects (e.g., system implementations, process redesign, new supplier onboarding, or cost saving initiatives). * Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and resources in coordination with stakeholders. * Track project milestones, manage risks, and report status updates to senior leadership. Supplier Development & Contract Management * Develop strategic supplier relationships to improve quality, delivery, innovation, and cost-effectiveness. * Conduct supplier evaluations, business reviews, and performance improvement initiatives. * Negotiate, draft, and manage contracts with key suppliers, ensuring compliance with terms, pricing agreements, and service level expectations. Data Analysis & Reporting * Utilise data analytics to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process improvement. * Create and present actionable reports on key metrics, project progress, and strategic initiatives. Compliance & Risk Management * Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations across supply chain. * Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to sourcing, transportation, or global events. Qualifications: * At least 3 years of relevant experience in supply chain operations, with at least 1 years in a supervisory or project management capacity. * Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) * Proven experience managing cross-functional projects using structured methodologies (e.g., PMP, Agile, Six Sigma). * Excellent communication, leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills. * Advanced Excel skills; proficiency with data visualisation tools is a plus (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Preferred Certifications: * CIPS or MCIPS

Nice-to-have skills

• Agile
• Data Analysis
• Oracle
• PMP
• Power BI
• Project Management
• SAP
• Six Sigma
• Supply Chain Management
• Tableau
• Microsoft Dynamics
• Stone, England, United Kingdom
  
  

Work experience

• Supply Chain
• General Project Management
  
  

Languages

• English