Supply Chain Manager

Wood; Stockton-on-Tees; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company seeks a Supply Chain Manager in Stockton-on-Tees to lead subcontract procurement, manage supplier relationships, and enhance supply chain efficiency. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have extensive subcontract management experience. The role supports hybrid working across the UK offices and offers a competitive remuneration package with a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive remuneration package

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Generous leave policy

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive subcontract experience demonstrating results and progression to a similar management position.
• Previous experience negotiating complex agreements and understanding client contract requirements.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the subcontracts and procurement function across the organisation.
• Identify and pre-qualify new contractors to enhance delivery capability.
• Set and deliver functional strategy and key business objectives.

Skills

Subcontract management

Supply chain principles

Negotiating complex agreements

Supplier relationship management

Strategic thinking

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field

Job description

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Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world

Due to significant growth across our Transmission and Distribution UK business, Wood are seeking a Supply Chain Manager to broaden our supply chain and strengthen relationships with existing suppliers and subcontractors.

We are open to applications from across the UK to be based at any of our main offices in particular – Aberdeen, Glasgow, Darlington, Knutsford on a hybrid working basis.

The Role

The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for the leadership and management of the subcontracts and procurement function across Wood Transmission & Distribution providing all aspects of subcontract and supplier management. With an emphasis on civil engineering works, the role includes all aspects of subcontract management including identification and pre-qualification of new contractors to enhance Wood T&D’s delivery capability, development and implementation of tender and commercial strategies, negotiation, reporting and bid support.

This role will be responsible for setting and delivering functional strategy and key functional / business objectives . cost savings, working capital improvement, people development. Key aspects of the role include being responsible for adding value through identifying efficiencies, driving out waste and reducing costs from within the supply chain.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming theworld.

As a leading provider of engineering and construction services to the UK Transmission and Distribution sector, Wood are at the forefront of net zero 2050, with significant projects and a secured workstream for years to come. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to add value to our Subcontracts and Procurement teams to support our growing workload and to contribute to the increased network capacity required to deliver the UK government's pathway to 2030 and the transition to net zero.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projectsdelivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Flexible working arrangementsthat balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion;we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive renumeration packagewith regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Flexible benefits packageinclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), plus the potential for one additional ‘flex day’ per month. Further benefits include a generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
• Commitment to continued professional development;development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy;join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Educated to ISCED Level 6 (bachelor’s degree or Equivalent) in business studies, law, engineering, quantity surveying, supply chain or similar discipline / CIPS qualified or industry equivalent
• Extensive subcontract experience demonstrating results and progression to a similar management position
• Previous experience in:Subcontract Agreements and Framework AgreementsIndustry forms of Subcontract, in particular NECERP systemsClient contract requirementsSupply Chain Principles and techniquesNegotiating complex agreementsDispute and claim resolutionImplementation of project supply chain processes and proceduresSupplier Relationship ManagementExperience in audit and assuranceLeading complex tender activities through to completionMobilisation of supply chain post contract award
• Excellent communication skills, written, oral and presentation
• Maintains a strong network both within and outside of supply chain department
• Positively maintain relationships with suppliers, clients and other disciplines
• Strategic thinker contributing to the management and improvement of the overall function
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Enthusiastic proactive attitude providing inspiring leadership
• Lead, manage, motivate and develop teams and individuals in a pressurised environment