Supply Chain Manager

STARK; Swindon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense technology company in Swindon seeks a Supply Chain Manager to lead and optimize supply chain contracts and relationships. The role demands several years of experience in supply chain management, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in German and English. This position is pivotal in ensuring efficiency and compliance within the supply chain, catering to operational demands in a high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Several years of professional experience in Supply Chain Management.
• Profound knowledge in all areas of the supply chain.
• Ability to develop innovative solutions for complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and management of UK supply chain contracts.
• Optimize supply chain strategies from procurement to delivery.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to minimize overstock and shortages.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills in German and English

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or similar

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle NetSuite)

Job description

Permanent employee, Full-time

• Swindon
  
  

About Us

STARK is a defense technology company that is fundamentally changing the deployment of autonomous systems across various operational domains. We design, develop, and produce high-performance uncrewed systems that are software-driven, scalable in large quantities, and cost-efficient. This provides our forces with a decisive advantage in challenging combat environments.

Our focus is on immediately deployable, high-performance systems – not vague future promises. In a time of growing threats, STARK strengthens the technological superiority of NATO allies and their partners to ensure deterrence and defend Europe today.

Your mission

As the Supply Chain Manager you will lead the development, negotiation, and management of UK supply chain contracts, ensuring contractual compliance and optimising supplier performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to optimise the entire supply chain, from procurement to delivery.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to minimise overstocking and shortages.
• Select, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers; negotiate contracts and terms.
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in the supply chain and implement improvement measures.
• Analyze and mitigate supply chain risks to minimise disruptions.
• Monitor and optimise logistics costs.
• Work closely with internal departments (purchasing, production, sales) and external partners.
• Prepare reports and analyses on supply chain performance.
• Evaluate and implement supply chain management software and technologies.
  
  

Qualifications

• Completed degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable qualification.
• Several years of professional experience in a comparable position in Supply Chain Management.
• Profound knowledge in all areas of the supply chain.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, as well as a good understanding of numbers.
• Ability to identify complex problems and develop innovative solutions.
• Negotiation skills and excellent communication skills in German and English.
• Ideally, experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle NetSuite, etc.).
• Structured, independent, and goal-oriented way of working.
• Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to take responsibility.
  
  

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We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Due to the nature of our work in the defense sector, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.

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