Supply Chain Manager (Manufacturing)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager in Cheltenham. This pivotal role involves managing bespoke automation projects and coordinating engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering or automation, with a focus on quality and client communication. Competitive salary and opportunities for progression within a growing business are included.

Benefits

Bonus

Progression

Health Insurance

Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex engineering or automation projects.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement and oversee project delivery.
• Commutable to Cheltenham.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver multiple bespoke automation projects from concept to completion.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation across departments.
• Oversee quality, budgets, KPIs, and client communication.
• Ensure FAT readiness and support installations across the UK and occasionally abroad.
• Supervise workshop and fabrication teams.

Skills

Experienced Supply Chain Manager

Skilled in Microsoft Project

Skilled in ERP systems (SAP advantageous)

Job description

Supply Chain Manager (Manufacturing)
50,000 - 60,000 + Bonus + Progression + Health Insurance + Company Benefits
Cheltenham
Are you an experienced Supply Chain Manager looking for an opportunity to take ownership of large-scale, bespoke automation projects with an innovative and growing business?
On offer is the chance to join an industry leader in bespoke control systems, factory automation, and robotics, working across the food, beverage, and plastic container handling sectors. You'll manage diverse, multi-million-pound projects for clients across the UK and internationally, ensuring everything is delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality.
This is a pivotal role reporting directly to the board, where you'll coordinate engineering teams, plan resources, oversee project delivery, and maintain strong client relationships. You'll also have the opportunity to progress into a senior leadership position overseeing manufacturing functions including fabrication and machine build.
This role would suit a Supply Chain / Project / Planning Manager with experience managing complex engineering or automation projects, looking to step into a hands-on leadership role within a fast-growing company that rewards innovation, drive, and results.

The Role

• Manage and deliver multiple bespoke automation projects from concept to completion
• Lead project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation across departments
• Oversee quality, budgets, KPIs, and client communication
• Ensure FAT readiness and support installations across the UK and occasionally abroad
• Supervise workshop and fabrication teams, driving continuous improvement
• Report directly to the board and contribute to strategic planning

The Person

• Experienced Supply Chain Manager
• Skilled in Microsoft Project and ERP systems or similar (SAP advantageous)
• Commutable to Cheltenham

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.