Supply Chain Manager in Poole)

Rubicon Recruitment Group; Poole; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Supply Chain Manager in Poole. In this role, you'll shape and execute a multi-tiered supply chain strategy to drive business growth and enhance manufacturing capacity. You will manage global supply chain operations and lead a team to ensure optimal performance. The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background and experience in supplier management. Benefits include 25 days holiday and a pension contribution.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

5% pension contribution

Life insurance cover up to 3 times of annual salary

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior supply chain, operations, or manufacturing role.
• Strong engineering background with the ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Successful track record in sourcing and developing global suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a robust, multi-tiered supply chain strategy.
• Lead end-to-end supply chain operations.
• Build and manage a global network of suppliers.

Skills

Supply chain management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Negotiation

Job description

Overview

Supply Chain Manager, Poole

Are you a strategic supply chain leader with a passion for manufacturing excellence and driving real business value?

Rubicon's client is looking for a Supply Chain Manager to shape and execute a long-term, multi-tiered supply chain strategy that supports their continued growth, enhances manufacturing capacity, and delivers measurable improvements in cost, quality, and lead time.

About the Role

As Supply Chain Manager, you'll take full ownership of the global supply chain-building it from the ground up for scalability, reliability, and performance. You'll lead all supply chain operations, including materials and inventory management, external manufacturing partnerships, and future capacity planning, while aligning tightly with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and finance teams. This is a high-impact role, perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced technical environment and wants to make a difference from day one.

This in an instrumental role in shaping the future of the business and is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced technical environment and wants to make a difference form day one.

You'll benefit from 25 days holiday + BH, 5% Pension contribution, life insurance cover up to 3 times of annual salary.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a robust, multi-tiered supply chain strategy to meet current and future needs.
• Lead end-to-end supply chain operations across components, assemblies, and complete product manufacturing.
• Build and manage a global network of suppliers, partners, and machining vendors to meet quality, lead time, and cost targets.
• Drive inventory and materials management processes across all sites
• Forecast future product demand in collaboration with sales and finance teams to ensure readiness and responsiveness.
• Champion just-in-time and vendor-managed inventory strategies.
• Evaluate and audit suppliers in coordination with QHSE and engineering.
• Develop KPIs and lead quarterly performance reviews with key vendors.
• Continuously analyse supply chain data to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.

What We're Looking For / Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior supply chain, operations, or manufacturing role.
• Strong engineering background with the ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Successful track record in sourcing and developing global suppliers.
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong leadership and negotiation skills.
• Comfortable working with minimal supervision and empowered decision-making authority.

Benefits

Ready to Apply?

Please contact Ellie at Rubicon and upload your updated CV in response to this advert.