Supply Chain Manager

George Blake; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in manufacturing is seeking a dynamic Supply Chain Manager to lead and optimize material flow and supplier performance. This pivotal role involves strategic oversight of Purchasing, Planning, and Supplier Quality Engineering, aiming for cost reduction and excellence in a complex electro-mechanical environment. Join a collaborative team that values innovation and continuous improvement, with the added benefit of flexible working hours for a better work-life balance. If you're ready to take on a leadership challenge and make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexitime

Collaborative Environment

Leadership Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supply chain management, ideally in electronics or scientific manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to improve supply chain efficiency.
• Lead supplier quality initiatives and manage supplier relationships.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Negotiation Skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Lean Principles

Data-Driven Decision Making

Education

Relevant Degree

MCIPS Qualification

Tools

Microsoft D365

Job description

Supply Chain Manager
Full-time | On-site | Flexitime available

A leading manufacturing business in Cambridge is looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to optimise material flow and supplier performance across its operations. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role, overseeing Purchasing, Planning, and Supplier Quality Engineering to drive efficiency, cost reduction, and supply chain excellence in a complex electro-mechanical manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement supply chain strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
2. Lead supplier quality initiatives, ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with high standards.
3. Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to support new product introduction.
4. Drive continuous improvement through Lean principles and problem-solving methodologies.
5. Oversee ERP-driven capacity planning and stock management.
6. Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team, fostering a high-performance culture.

What You'll Need

1. Proven supply chain management experience, ideally within electronics, scientific manufacturing, or a similar industry.
2. Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
3. Knowledge of Lean principles, ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft D365), and data-driven decision-making.
4. Experience with PPAP, FMEA, and APQP is highly desirable.
5. A relevant degree and/or MCIPS qualification.

Why Join?

1. Be part of an innovative and forward-thinking business.
2. Lead a talented team and shape the future of the supply chain.
3. Work in a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement.
4. Flexitime available for better work-life balance.

If you are a supply chain professional ready for a leadership challenge, apply now.