Strategic Supply & Procurement Leader | Hybrid + Bonus

The Talent Division; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Benefits package

Investors in People Platinum

Career development

Supportive culture

Impactful role

Job summary

The Talent Division is representing a market-leading manufacturer in search of a Senior Supply & Procurement Manager in the UK. You will shape and deliver the end-to-end supply chain strategy, drive operational excellence, and strengthen relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders across an international network.

You will lead a high-performing team, manage complex supply chains and align procurement with business objectives while leveraging data to improve efficiency and reduce risk.

Qualifications

• Significant experience operating in senior Supply Chain, Procurement or Operations leadership roles.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop, motivate and engage teams.
• Experience managing complex supply chains, inventory planning and supplier relationships.
• Strategic thinker balancing long-term planning with operational delivery.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience of ERP systems and supply chain planning tools.
• Knowledge of import/export processes and supply chain compliance.
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma or similar methodologies is advantageous.
• Collaborative leadership aligned to a people-focused culture.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering the overall supply chain strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and future growth plans.
• Leading and developing the Supply Chain function, creating a high-performing, collaborative and engaged team environment.
• Managing supply relationships across international suppliers, manufacturing partners and key stakeholders.
• Driving S&OP processes to ensure forecasting, inventory management and supply continuity.
• Overseeing procurement activities, supplier performance and SLAs.
• Working with Logistics and Warehousing to optimise stock levels and operational efficiency.
• Identifying supply chain risks and implementing mitigation strategies to maintain service levels.
• Using data and metrics to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Leading business improvement projects and development of systems and planning tools.
• Building strong relationships across the wider business for a joined-up customer-focused approach.

Job description

The Talent Division is representing a market-leading manufacturer in search of a Senior Supply & Procurement Manager in the UK. You will shape and deliver the end-to-end supply chain strategy, drive operational excellence, and strengthen relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders across an international network.

You will lead a high-performing team, manage complex supply chains and align procurement with business objectives while leveraging data to improve efficiency and reduce risk.