Supply Chain Manager

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Platform Property Care as a Supply Chain Manager to lead our strategic initiatives across supply chain operations. This role involves managing high-value purchases and developing long-term strategies while fostering collaboration across teams. Ideal for candidates with a passion for efficiency and a strong background in supply chain management, this role offers flexible working arrangements and a substantial benefits package.

Benefits

Up to 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Family-friendly policies

Medicash membership

Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 p/a

Pension contribution scheme with employer contributions of up to 12%

Learning and Development opportunities

Salary-sacrifice electric vehicle scheme

Employee reward and recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of building materials in the housing sector.
• Proven experience in supply chain management with strategic mindset.
• Financial acumen in budget preparation.

Responsibilities

• Shaping and implementing long-term materials strategies.
• Leading high-value purchasing decisions up to £1 million.
• Driving innovation and continuous improvement across supply chain processes.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Degree-level education in an economics-related discipline

Relevant qualification in Supply Chain Management (HNC/HND)

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

The Vacancy

Can you help Platform Property Care shape the future of supply chain strategy?

We have an exciting opportunity for a strategic and experienced Supply Chain Professional, based in the Worcestershire/West Midlands area, to join our growing Platform Property Care Commercial Team.

Platform Property Care is a dynamic and expanding property maintenance business committed to delivering exceptional service and value through innovative supply chain management. We are seeking a forward-thinking Supply Chain Manager to lead the transformation of our supply chain operations.

Reporting to the Head of Commercial, you will take a strategic leadership role in managing our materials for Property Care teams and waste disposal supply chain partners. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Shaping and implementing long-term materials strategies
2. Leading high-value purchasing decisions, including ad-hoc procurement up to £1 million annually
3. Analyzing purchasing data to identify trends, reduce unnecessary spend, and inform strategic priorities
4. Driving innovation and continuous improvement across supply chain processes
5. Collaborating cross-functionally to ensure a seamless and efficient internal buying experience

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on autonomy, enjoys making data-driven decisions, and is passionate about delivering value and efficiency at scale.

What We're Looking For

1. Degree-level education or equivalent experience in an economics-related discipline
2. Relevant qualification in Supply Chain Management (e.g., HNC/HND in Procurement and Supply Management)
3. Strong knowledge of building materials in the housing or construction sector
4. Proven experience in supply chain management with a strategic mindset
5. Financial acumen, including budget preparation and oversight
6. Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills
7. Strong leadership, negotiation, and influencing capabilities
8. Experience of customer consultation and understanding diverse needs across the business
9. A proactive, analytical, and solutions-focused approach
10. Advanced IT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)

What You'll Get in Return

1. Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the opportunity to buy and sell leave
2. Family-friendly policies including generous Paternity, Maternity, Shared Parental, and Adoption leave, plus 3 days paid Urgent Domestic Leave
3. Medicash membership for all employees, including access to an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, and exclusive discounts
4. Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 p/a with cashback for dental, optical, physio, and complementary therapies
5. Pension contribution scheme with employer contributions of up to 12% (including life assurance and dependent on employee contributions)
6. Learning and Development opportunities
7. Salary-sacrifice electric vehicle scheme and cycle-to-work scheme
8. Employee reward and recognition scheme with wellbeing hub and discounts from a wide range of retailers

Be Part of Something Bigger

Part of Platform Housing Group, Platform Property Care is a well-established property maintenance business. We're growing fast and investing in our people to help us succeed. If you're ready to make a strategic impact and lead with purpose, we'd love to hear from you.

Interested?

Contact Louie Nesbitt, Head of Commercial PPC, at [e-mail] for an informal chat.

While this role is home-based, you should have the ability to travel to Group offices and other locations as required. Our Group offices are located at Birmingham Business Park Solihull and Central Park, Worcester. Candidates need to be based in Worcestershire and the West Midlands area.

Regular operational travel around our geography is expected; therefore, a driving license and access to your own vehicle are essential. Mileage will be claimed in line with our Mileage policy.

We do not require recruitment agency support at this time; all speculative CVs will be treated as direct applications.

The Company

Join us and find your purpose at Platform! Working with us is more than just a job; you will be part of an organization that values you, your contribution, and where you can truly make a difference and change people's lives.

You will join the largest social housing association in the Midlands. We build homes, strong communities, and make a positive difference to our customers' lives.

We recognize individual needs, so if you're interested but want to explore different working arrangements, please mention this in your application or discuss it during the interview. We want to attract the best talent and understand that one size does not fit all.

Platform is a great place to work, offering opportunities to get involved, share ideas, and shape our work—from networking groups to community and social events. This is an exciting time to join us, providing exposure to the wider dynamics of a modern housing association aligned with our 5-year corporate strategy.

If we receive many applications, this vacancy may close early. Please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

Platform Housing Group is committed to building a healthy, vibrant, and inclusive organization that treats everyone with respect and creates opportunities for all.

Why Work Here?

Benefits

• Opportunities for further development and training
• Up to 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Workplace pension with employer contributions of up to 12%
• Company van and uniform (role-dependent)
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work
• iPad and mobile phone (role-dependent)

Our Values

• People Matter: We put colleagues and customers at the heart of all we do, valuing differences, and fostering honesty and openness.
• Own It: We do what we say, listen, understand, and are empowered to make decisions, continuously learning and adapting.
• One Team: We are collaborative and supportive, helping each other reach our potential.
• Be Brave: We are curious and courageous, seeking better ways to do things and celebrating successes.