Supply Chain and Commercial Manager

BCH Unique; Harlow; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of bespoke machinery is seeking an experienced Supply Chain and Commercial Manager in Harlow, Essex. This full-time, permanent role involves leading purchasing and component sales functions, optimizing supply chain performance, and managing key supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering or manufacturing, negotiation skills, and be CIPS qualified or working towards it. Competitive salary of £48,000 - £55,000 per annum offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity to shape key business functions

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supply chain, purchasing or commercial management role.
• Background in engineering or manufacturing is essential.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective purchasing and supply chain strategies.
• Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing, and payment terms.
• Manage key UK and international accounts including major distribution partners.
• Lead supplier risk management and oversee project costings.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

IT skills (Microsoft Excel)

Strategic thinking

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

CRM software

ERP software

MRP software

SAP

SQL

Job description

Location: Harlow, Essex
Salary: £48,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking an experienced and driven Supply Chain and Commercial Manager to join a leading, established manufacturer of bespoke machinery.

The Supply Chain and Commercial Manager will lead the purchasing and component sales functions. This is a strategic role with responsibility for supplier management, procurement strategy, and sales order processing. You will play a key role in optimising the supply chain and commercial operations to support business growth.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven professional who thrives on improving supply chain performance, strengthening supplier partnerships and contributing directly to business profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective purchasing and supply chain strategies.
• Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing, and payment terms.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and customers.
• Manage and optimise the company's MRP system to enhance efficiency.
• Lead supplier risk management and oversee project costings.
• Oversee sales order processing for machine spares and component sales.
• Manage key UK and international accounts, including major distribution partners.
• Lead and support the Senior Buyer and Sales Administration team.

About You

• Proven experience in a supply chain, purchasing or commercial management role.
• Background in engineering or manufacturing is essential.
• CIPS qualification (or working towards it) preferred.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong IT skills - particularly Microsoft Excel; experience with CRM, ERP or MRP software (SQL, SAP is a plus).
• A strategic thinker who can apply commercial insight to improve operations and drive results.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary of £48,000 - £55,000 per annum (DOE).
• Opportunity to shape and lead key business functions.
• Supportive team environment within a well-established company.

If you have the supply chain and commercial expertise we're looking for within an engineering or manufacturing setting, we'd like to hear from you! Apply today to join a company where your contribution truly makes an impact.

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