Supply Chain Lead

TEC Partners - Technical Recruitment Specialists; London; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working with flexibility

Optional compressed working pattern

Career development opportunities

Performance-related bonuses

Job summary

A leading technical recruitment firm is seeking a Supply Chain Lead to manage critical programmes supporting UK defence. You will shape supply chain strategy and build supplier partnerships in a hybrid working environment. Candidates should have a degree and proven supply chain management experience. This position offers a salary between £48,000 to £58,000 per annum with performance-related bonuses.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supply chain management within a complex or highly regulated environment.
• Knowledge of contract and subcontract law.
• Ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Act as the senior supply chain contact for programme teams.
• Identify and qualify suppliers for goods and services.
• Lead competitive tendering and negotiation processes.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Supply chain strategy

Performance measurement

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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Finding Engineering Talent Across The UK, EMEA & US - Specialising in Defence

Job Title: Supply Chain Lead

Location: South West London (Hybrid working)

Salary: £48,000 to £58,000 per annum

Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance (UK citizenship required)

Join a Project with Purpose

We are looking for a highly capable Supply Chain Lead to take ownership of delivering critical programmes that directly support UK defence capability. You will be joining an organisation that delivers cutting-edge technology solutions and plays a key role in projects that truly matter.

This is your opportunity to shape supply chain strategy, build strong supplier partnerships, and ensure operational excellence from procurement to delivery. You will be a senior point of expertise, guiding teams, influencing decisions, and driving performance to meet programme commitments on time and within budget.

Your work will have a direct impact on the success of complex projects that safeguard the UK's national interests.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the senior supply chain contact for programme teams, providing guidance on strategy, negotiation, and supplier selection.
• Identify and qualify suppliers for goods and services to meet project needs.
• Lead competitive tendering and negotiation processes to secure the best commercial and delivery outcomes.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen positive supplier relationships to ensure continuity and reliability.
• Manage supplier pricing, availability, and alternative sourcing options to reduce risk.
• Monitor supplier performance, including quality, on-time delivery, and risk management, and take action where required.
• Report on supplier performance and escalate issues that may affect project delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement in supply chain processes, ensuring resilience and efficiency.

What You Will Bring

• Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline.
• Proven experience in supply chain management within a complex or highly regulated environment.
• Strong skills in contract negotiation and subcontract management.
• Knowledge of contract and subcontract law.
• Ability to influence and build relationships at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Experience in supplier performance measurement and improvement initiatives.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working with flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
• Optional compressed working pattern allowing every other Friday off.
• Career development opportunities, with access to training and progression routes.
• Performance-related bonuses.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take on a role where your expertise will directly contribute to projects of national importance, we would like to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Supply Chain

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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