Supply Chain Manager

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement and subcontractor management in compliance with public sector directives. This role involves ensuring best practices in supply chain systems, managing relationships with subcontractors, and monitoring performance against targets. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills and a deep understanding of government-funded programs. Join a dynamic team committed to promoting welfare and diversity while enjoying a flexible working culture that encourages proactive discussions about arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience in funded supply chain management systems aligned with procurement standards.
• Proven ability in managing relationships and subcontractors in skills or welfare sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead supply chain systems and ensure compliance with best practices.
• Manage subcontractor onboarding, including due diligence and compliance processes.

Skills

Influencing Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Risk Analysis

IT Skills

Education

Degree in Business Management

Equivalent in Project Management

Job description

The Growth Company’s Business Growth Hub team is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to support procurement and management of subcontractors delivering workforce-based essential skills in compliance with Public Sector Procurement Directives.

Note: This role is subject to contract award, expected notification by end September 2024.

About GM Business Growth Hub

Since 2011, the Hub has supported over 15,000 businesses across Greater Manchester, offering finance guidance, international links, innovation, and people development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead supply chain systems and ensure compliance with best practices and regulations.
2. Manage subcontractor onboarding, including due diligence and compliance processes.
3. Identify and manage supply chain risks.
4. Develop relationships internally and externally to ensure effective framework operation.
5. Establish regular performance management processes with subcontractors.
6. Monitor and improve subcontractor performance against targets.
7. Coordinate quality monitoring and reporting to meet standards like Ofsted, Merlin, and AELP.
8. Present updates to the Programme Steering/Operations Board.

Experience

1. Experience in setting up funded supply chain management systems aligned with procurement standards.
2. Proven ability in managing relationships and subcontractors in skills or welfare sectors.
3. Strong knowledge of government-funded programmes and legal, financial, social issues in procurement.
4. Degree or equivalent in business or project management.

About You

1. Excellent influencing, negotiation, and communication skills.
2. Strong project management and IT skills.
3. Ability to analyze risks and manage multiple procurements.
4. Flexible, proactive, and able to work under tight deadlines.
5. Skilled in building operational relationships.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare, with all roles subject to DBS checks. We promote diversity and offer guaranteed interviews for candidates meeting essential criteria, including those with disabilities or from diverse ethnic backgrounds. We support the 'Ban the Box' campaign to remove conviction questions during application stages.

Our culture promotes flexibility and agile working, encouraging early discussions about flexible arrangements during interviews.