Supply Chain Manager (Manufacturing) in Cheltenham

Energy Jobline ZR; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation firm in Cheltenham is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to oversee bespoke automation projects across various sectors including food and beverage. This pivotal role involves managing project delivery, resource allocation, and client relations while driving continuous improvement in manufacturing processes. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and proficiency in project management tools. This position offers competitive compensation and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Bonus

Progression Opportunities

Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Experienced Supply Chain Manager.
• Skilled in Microsoft Project and ERP systems.
• Commutable to Cheltenham.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience in Supply Chain Management

Proficiency in Microsoft Project

Knowledge of ERP systems

Leadership and project management skills

Tools

SAP

Job description

Supply Chain Manager (Manufacturing)

£50,000 - £60,000 + Bonus + Progression + Health Insurance + Company Benefits

Location

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.

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

Keywords: Project Manager, Planning Manager, Supply Chain, Automation, Control Systems, Engineering, Manufacturing, ERP, Microsoft Project, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, Worcester, Tewkesbury, Gloucester

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