Supply Chain Manager

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private aviation company is looking for a Supply Chain Manager to optimize operations across procurement, logistics, and inventory management. The successful candidate will lead strategic initiatives that align with the company's goals, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement. This role is essential for fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring operational excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supply chain management, ideally within the aviation or a related technical industry.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and guide teams in a dynamic work environment.
• In-depth understanding of supply chain regulations and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations across procurement, logistics, warehousing, and inventory management.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and drive initiatives for risk mitigation.
• Lead and mentor the stores team, supporting a high-performance work environment.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical ability

Team leadership

Proficiency in supply chain systems

Education

Qualification in Supply Chain Management

Business Administration

Job description

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Our customer is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead and optimise supply chain operations, with a focus on procurement, logistics, inventory management, and parts sales. This role is pivotal in ensuring cost-effective and efficient supply chain performance, compliance with regulatory standards, and continuous improvement in processes and team capabilities. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a commitment to operational excellence.

A strong business aviation background is essential, knowledge of repair shops etc, parts sourcing is a big part of this role.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain & Stores Operations

• Oversee efficient and cost-effective operations across procurement, logistics, warehousing, inventory, and stores management.
• Ensure that all company policies and procedures are followed within the stores department and that regulatory requirements for storage facilities are fully understood, implemented, and maintained.
• Oversee logistics and customs compliance for shipping and receiving, ensuring alignment with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate various functions within the department, ensuring effective use of personnel, materials, and equipment while adhering to all airworthiness and safety requirements.
• Manage incoming inspection, classification, segregation, and storage of components, materials, tools, and equipment according to manufacturers’ and regulatory recommendations.
• Maintain accurate records of shelf-life materials, stores locations, batch numbers, and approved certificates.
• Assess suppliers of both new and used components, identifying trends and opportunities for cost savings.
• Monitor supplier performance with regard to cost efficiency, delivery, and turnaround times to ensure optimal value and service quality.
• Negotiate contracts and oversee sub-contract orders, ensuring that contracts fulfil inspection and quality control requirements.
• Identify opportunities within existing contracts to maximise value for the organisation and drive process improvements.

Strategic Planning & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with the company’s goals, incorporating sustainability and risk management initiatives.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within the supply chain, stores, and logistics operations to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Drive initiatives for risk mitigation, including supplier diversification, contingency planning, and inventory management strategies.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure adherence to all statutory and regulatory requirements, including health and safety policies within the stores team.
• Lead mandatory and internal reporting, including accident and incident reporting, and ensure compliance with corrective action from audit findings.
• Promote a culture of safety and ensure team compliance with health and safety regulations within the supply chain function.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, train, and evaluate the stores team, fostering a high-performance, safety-focused, and compliant work environment.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to team members, encouraging continuous learning and qualifications enhancement.
• Measure lost time and report all accidents/incidents to support a safety-conscious and responsive work environment.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and finance departments to forecast demand and plan supply chain activities in line with business objectives.
• Serve as a key supply chain advisor across departments, ensuring integration and alignment with other areas of the business.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Qualification in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Experience: Proven experience in supply chain management, ideally within the aviation or a related technical industry.
• Skills: Proficiency in supply chain systems, strong negotiation skills, and analytical ability to monitor supplier performance and market trends.
• Leadership: Demonstrated experience in team leadership, with an ability to motivate and guide teams in a dynamic, safety-conscious environment.
• Compliance Knowledge: In-depth understanding of supply chain regulations and industry standards, including health, safety, and environmental requirements.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth within a leading private aviation company
• A collaborative work environment at our Oxford location