Supply Chain Manager

NewSpace Technical; Scotland; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work at the forefront of the space industry

Be part of cutting-edge engineering programmes

Join a growing, mission-driven team

Job summary

A leading space technology company is seeking a Supply Chain Manager for their Glasgow facility. This role involves leading supply chain operations, developing strategies aligned with engineering goals, and managing supplier performance. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of experience in high-tech manufacturing, including aerospace or electronics. This is a full-time, permanent position at the forefront of the space industry, offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative engineering programmes.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years’ experience in supply chain within high-tech manufacturing.
• Strong experience with complex components and supplier management.
• Familiarity with regulated environments like AS9100, ISO9001.

Responsibilities

• Own and optimise the full supply chain: procurement, planning, inventory, and logistics.
• Develop supply chain strategy aligned with engineering and production goals.
• Manage supplier performance, costs, and risk mitigation.
• Lead production and material planning.
• Oversee shipping, international logistics, and compliance.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Implement process improvements and systems.
• Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team.

Skills

Supplier management

Inventory management

Logistics coordination

Process improvement

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

PLM systems

Job description

Supply Chain Manager | Space Industry | Glasgow (On-site) | Full-Time, Permanent

We’re looking for a Supply Chain Manager to join our client in the space sector, developing advanced technologies for NewSpace Satellites!

No prior space sector experience is required! This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to break into the space industry!

As a Supply Chain Manager, you will lead end-to-end supply chain operations in a fast-paced, high-tech engineering environment. This is a hands-on, strategic role supporting mission-critical production and scaling operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and optimise the full supply chain: procurement, planning, inventory, and logistics
• Develop supply chain strategy aligned with engineering and production goals
• Manage supplier performance, costs, and risk mitigation
• Lead production & material planning (MRP, BOMs, long-lead items)
• Oversee shipping, international logistics, and compliance (e.g. export controls)
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality, and production
• Implement process improvements, KPIs, and systems (ERP/PLM)
• Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team

Requirements:

• 5–10 years’ experience in supply chain within high-tech manufacturing (space, aerospace, electronics, defence, etc.)
• Strong experience with complex components, supplier management, and planning
• Familiarity with ERP/PLM systems and regulated environments (e.g. AS9100, ISO9001)
• Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

Why apply?

• Work at the forefront of the space industry
• Be part of cutting-edge engineering programmes
• Join a growing, mission-driven team

If you are interested, please get in touch and apply today!