Supply Chain Manager

NOVELUS; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing procurement company in East Midlands is seeking an Interim Supply Chain Manager for a 9 to 12 month period. The role involves leading a purchasing team, managing procurement and material planning, and driving supplier management strategies. Ideal candidates should have a strong understanding of supply chain principles and excellent negotiation skills. This position offers a chance to impact business growth while ensuring timely and compliant sourcing of materials.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supply chain management.
• Ability to lead and develop teams effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small purchasing team.
• Manage procurement and material planning.
• Drive supplier management strategies and enhance resilience.

Skills

Strong understanding of supply chain principles

Procurement skills

Material planning experience

Excellent negotiation skills

Job description

Interim Supply Chain Manager - Leicester

9 to 12 Months initially

Job Overview

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading and developing a small purchasing team and ensuring the effective management of procurement, material planning, supplier selection, and supplier performance. The role ensures that materials and services are sourced in a cost-effective, timely, and compliant manner while supporting production, quality, and business growth objectives. The postholder will drive supplier management strategies, material flow, and enhance supply chain resilience in the key commodities of glass and metalwork.

Interim objective is to coach and mentor members of the current to team.

Skills and Attributes

Strong understanding of supply chain, procurement, and material planning principles.

Excellent negotiation and...