Supplier Program Manager

Rapiscan Systems; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dynamic Supplier Program Manager to lead supplier performance initiatives. This role involves significant offsite engagement, ensuring suppliers meet quality and delivery standards while mitigating risks. The ideal candidate will excel in program management and possess strong analytical skills to drive performance improvements. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will directly impact production efficiency and revenue generation, working collaboratively across procurement and engineering teams to achieve success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supplier management and program management.
• Strong understanding of supply chain management and production planning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supplier performance and expedite critical delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues impacting timelines.

Skills

Supplier Management

Program Management

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Project Management Software

Job description

Supplier Program Manager (Temporary Contract 12 months)

We are seeking an experienced Supplier Program Manager to oversee and expedite critical supplier performance for a leading OEM manufacturing company. The role focuses on ensuring key suppliers meet delivery schedules, to the specified requirements and quality standards, and mitigate any risks that could impact production and revenue. This position will require significant offsite UK presence (4 days per week) at supplier locations, with the remaining time spent in-office for reporting, analysis, and cross-functional engagement. The ideal candidate will possess excellent program management, supplier relationship, and problem-solving skills to drive supplier performance while working collaboratively with internal stakeholders across procurement, supplier quality, engineering, and commodity management teams.

Key Responsibilities:

·Spend 4 days per week offsite at critical and key supplier locations to oversee performance, identify risks, and expedite delivery.

·Validate that key suppliers have identified their internal capacity and labor requirements to support the programs being ordered.

·Monitor suppliers are performing contract review, schedules, lead times, and production progress to ensure alignment with company objectives.

·Proactively identify bottlenecks and work directly with suppliers to implement solutions.

·Develop and maintain supplier progress plans and escalation processes.

·Collaborate with procurement, supplier quality, engineering, and commodity management teams to resolve issues impacting timelines.

·Ensure key suppliers adhere to agreed deliverables, escalating non-performance when necessary.

·Spend 1 day per week in the office to update tracking files and progress dashboards.

·Generate weekly performance and progress reports for stakeholders, highlighting risks, issues, and recovery plans.

·Use data to identify trends and root causes of supplier delays or quality issues.

·Act as the main point of contact for supplier-related program updates.

·Engage internal teams proactively, ensuring support in mitigating supplier risks.

·Provide regular updates to senior management and project stakeholders.

Candidate Specification:Essential Skills & Experience:

·Proven experience in supplier management, program management, or expediting within a manufacturing or OEM environment.

·Strong understanding of supplier processes, production planning, and supply chain management.

·Ability to work effectively offsite with suppliers, building relationships and driving performance.

·Excellent data analysis and reporting skills, with proficiency in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and project management software.

·Strong stakeholder management, influencing, and problem-solving abilities.

·Knowledge of procurement, supplier quality, and engineering processes in a manufacturing environment.

·Demonstrated ability to handle time-critical tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.

Desirable Skills:

·Experience in commodity management or working with complex engineering suppliers.

Previous Experience in either Procurement/Purchasing manager,Commodity manager, Accountmanager,Supplier Engineer,Supplier Quality Engineer.

·Understanding of quality assurance processes and supplier auditing.

·Previous experience in an OEM or automotive, aerospace, or industrial manufacturing environment.

Personal Attributes:

·Results-driven and proactive mindset.

·Strong communication and negotiation skills.

·High level of resilience and adaptability to changing priorities.

·Ability to work autonomously while maintaining alignment with company goals.

Contract Details:

·Duration: Temporary (length 12 months).

·Travel: Significant travel to supplier sites across the UK (4 days/week).

·Office Location: Based in the UK with 1 day/week in the office for reporting and analysis.