Supply Chain Manager

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Inverness; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to join their Procurement and Commercial team in Inverness. The role focuses on managing key supply chain initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and performance management to support project delivery across the Networks Transmission business. With a competitive salary and flexible benefits, this opportunity is perfect for candidates with a strong background in supply chain management and procurement.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

24/7 counselling service

Interest-free loans on tech and transport

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Experience managing supply chain activities.
• Understanding of procurement processes.
• Experience of NEC forms of contract.

Responsibilities

• Manage key initiatives within the Supply Chain Performance team.
• Produce high quality KPI reports for supplier performance assessment.
• Develop positive relationships with supply chain partners.

Skills

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Supply Chain Performance Management

Education

Quantity Surveying degree / CIPS or equivalent

Job description

Base Location: Aberdeen, Glasgow, Inverness and Perth

Salary: £50,100- £75,100 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

SSE's core purpose is to provide the energy people need in a reliable and sustainable way. Our strategy is to deliver sustained growth in the dividend payable to shareholders through the efficient operation of, and investment in, a balanced range of regulated and non-regulated businesses.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Supply Chain Manager to join our Procurement and Commercial function, to develop, implement and manage key initiatives within the Supply Chain Performance centre of excellence team and support the successful development and delivery of our projects across our Networks Transmission business.

Reporting to the Senior Procurement and Commercial Manager (Supply Chain Performance), the Supply Chain Manager will work closely with key stakeholders from our delivery directorates, the wider business unit and our supply chain. The implementation of these key initiatives combined with the positive engagement with stakeholders will support the wider business goals and objectives

You will

- Take ownership of specific subject areas/assist Supply Chain Performance team and be a direct contact for Transmission customers ensuring activities are undertaken in a coordinated and concise manner.

- Support the project delivery directorates with the co-ordination, engagement, reporting and monitoring of supply chain skills and resources.

- Analyse and understand data in order to use it in the best way to support our initiatives.

- Produce high quality reports and outputs that can be clearly understood by the relevant stakeholders.

- Supply chain performance management; collation of KPI data and production of KPI reports to help in assessment of supplier performance.

- Undertake supply chain relationship management activities, have oversight and ownership of supplier engagement for allocated suppliers.

- Develop positive and strategic relationships with our supply chain partners.

You have

- A Quantity Surveying degree / CIPS or equivalent.

- Experience in managing supply chain activities.

- Experience of the procurement process, including strategy development and implementation, ideally within a regulated environment but this is not essential.

- Experience of NEC forms of contract, including contract drafting and contract administration.

- Professional qualifications - MRICS / MCIPS desirable.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition - to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

SSE own a portfolio of over 500 property and land assets - power stations, offices, depots and more. Our P&C, Property and FM teams help make sure our portfolio is modern, safe and fit for purpose. They help us get the best service and value from partners, while ensuring suppliers meet compliance, contractual and business obligations.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] / 01738 344763 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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