Supply Chain Manager

Wood; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and engineering firm is seeking a Supply Chain Manager in Aberdeen to manage subcontract and procurement functions. Responsibilities include developing strategies for procurement and supplier management. Applicants should have a relevant degree and extensive experience in subcontract management. The role involves hybrid working arrangements and offers competitive benefits, including flexible weeks, development support, and a significant annual leave package.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive remuneration package

Commitment to professional development

Qualifications

• Educated to ISCED Level 6 (bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in relevant fields.
• Extensive subcontract experience with progression into management.
• Ability to lead, manage, motivate, and develop teams under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and management of subcontracts and procurement functions.
• Development of tender and commercial strategies.
• Supplier and subcontractor relationship management.

Skills

Extensive subcontract experience

Excellent communication skills

Strategic thinking

Strong planning and organizational skills

Enthusiastic leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, law, engineering, supply chain

Tools

NEC ERP systems

Job description

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Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world

Due to significant growth across our Transmission and Distribution UK business, Wood are seeking a Supply Chain Manager to broaden our supply chain and strengthen relationships with existing suppliers and subcontractors.

We are open to applications from across the UK to be based at any of our main offices in particular – Aberdeen, Glasgow, Darlington, Knutsford on a hybrid working basis.

The Role

The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for the leadership and management of the subcontracts and procurement function across Wood Transmission & Distribution, providing all aspects of subcontract and supplier management. With an emphasis on civil engineering works, the role includes subcontract management, identification and pre-qualification of new contractors, development of tender and commercial strategies, negotiation, reporting, and bid support.

This role will set and deliver functional strategy and key business objectives, including cost savings, working capital improvement, and people development. Key aspects include adding value through efficiencies, waste reduction, and cost savings within the supply chain.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

As a leading provider of engineering and construction services to the UK Transmission and Distribution sector, Wood is at the forefront of the net zero 2050 initiative, with significant projects and a secured workload for years to come. The successful candidate will contribute to our Subcontracts and Procurement teams to support our growing workload and the UK's pathway to 2030 and net zero transition.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projectsdelivered to high-profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Flexible working arrangementsthat balance client, team, and individual needs, including hybrid and remote options
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are actively committed to diversity and inclusion
• Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews to reward market competitiveness
• Flexible benefits package including 33 days annual leave (public holidays included), with potential for an additional ‘flex day’ per month, plus a contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, and life insurance
• Commitment to professional development; tailored development plans to support your growth
• Global connections; opportunities to collaborate with industry experts worldwide
• Energy Transition Academy; participate in a community sharing knowledge and gaining exposure to emerging energy systems

At Wood, we promote equal opportunities and welcome talented individuals to join us. Even if you don't meet every requirement but possess relevant skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. Together, we can deliver solutions to global challenges.

Minimum Requirements:

• Educated to ISCED Level 6 (bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in business, law, engineering, quantity surveying, supply chain, or similar; CIPS qualified or industry equivalent
• Extensive subcontract experience with results and progression into management
• Experience in: Subcontract and Framework Agreements, NEC ERP systems, client contract requirements, supply chain principles, complex negotiations, dispute resolution, project supply chain processes, supplier relationship management, audit and assurance, tender management, post-contract mobilization
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Strong network within and outside the supply chain department
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with suppliers, clients, and other disciplines
• Strategic thinking and contribution to overall function improvement
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Enthusiastic, proactive leadership
• Ability to lead, manage, motivate, and develop teams under pressure