Supply Chain Manager

Redline Group; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and manufacturer of electronic systems in Bedfordshire is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee the Purchasing Department. In this role, you will manage a team, develop supplier relationships, and ensure cost optimization to align with business strategies. The ideal candidate will hold a CIPS Level 4 qualification and have prior experience with MRP reporting. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for leadership and collaboration.

Qualifications

• CIPS qualification Level 4 or higher.
• Experience in using MRP reporting for order scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchasing team including staff appraisals and holidays.
• Develop critical suppliers to support business demand.
• Maintain supplier scorecards and relationships.
• Define KPIs for team and implement visual management.
• Conduct supplier audits to ensure a robust supply chain.
• Manage pricing agreements and supplier contracts.
• Review quotes for best pricing.

Skills

People management

Supplier relationship management

Cost optimization

Education

CIPS qualification Level 4

Tools

MRP reporting

Job description

Overview

My client is seeking a Supply Chain Manager, in Bedfordshire, to join a leading design and manufacturer of electronic systems.

Your role will be to manage and oversee the smooth running of the Purchasing Department, ensuring team collaboration, providing quality customer service experience for both internal and external stakeholders while driving cost optimizations to achieve overall business strategy.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the Supply Chain Manager, Bedfordshire, include :

• Effectively manage the purchasing team covering the entire people management remit e.G. Conduct staff appraisals, return to work, authorise holidays etc.
• Develop critical suppliers to support business demand and reduce risk to supply.
• Maintain supplier scorecards and supplier relationships through visits and collaboration.
• Define KPIs for team and implement visual management cadence with team.
• Conduct supplier Audits in collaboration with Quality to ensure a robust supply chain.
• Manage Pricing Agreements and Service Level Agreements / supplier contracts
• Review quotes and costing materials from suppliers to ensure best price.

Qualifications

The Supply Chain Manager, Bedfordshire, will have the following :

• CIPS qualification Level 4 onwards.
• Previous experience of using MRP reporting to accurately schedule orders to meet delivery requirements and quantities.

Experience in a manufacturing...