Supply Chain & Procurement Manager

Vickerstock; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturing/fabrication business seeks a Supply Chain & Procurement Manager on a full-time permanent basis. The role involves enhancing operational efficiency and managing supply chain risks, ideal for candidates with strong procurement backgrounds and strategic management experience.

Benefits

Training and career development opportunities

Competitive pension scheme

Life assurance scheme

Health cash plan

Free annual health check

Annual leave increasing with service

Electric vehicle charging ports

Secure, free on-site parking

Qualifications

• 4 years' experience in a senior supply chain position.
• Strong procurement/purchasing background.
• Experience at a strategic level with team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs.

Skills

Procurement

Supply Chain Management

Risk Management

Data Analysis

Logistics Coordination

Education

Degree in related field

CIPS qualification

APICS certification

Job description

Vickerstock are working in partnership with a large manufacturing/fabrication business on the appointment of a Supply Chain & Procurement Manager on a full-time permanent basis Monday - Thursday 8am - 5pm, Friday 8am - 3pm.

As the Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for designing and executing supply chain strategies which will improve overall efficiency and enhance service levels as well as identifying supply chain risks and developing mitigation strategies to minimise disruptions.

Benefits/Perks:

• Training and career development opportunities.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Health cash plan.
• Free annual health check during working hours.
• Annual leave increasing in line with length of service.
• Electric vehicle charging ports
• Secure, free on site parking.

In your new role:

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies to enhance operational efficiency and service levels
• Identify potential supply chain risks and establish mitigation plans to minimise disruptions
• Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers to maintain a seamless supply flow; analyse issues and develop effective, data-driven solutions
• Monitor supplier performance against defined KPIs to ensure adherence to quality and delivery standards
• Ensure full compliance with industry regulations, internal policies, and environmental sustainability objectives
• Execute cost-effective supply chain strategies aimed at reducing operational expenses without compromising quality
• Manage timely procurement and delivery of materials to align with project schedules and deadlines
• Coordinate logistics activities with carriers and third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to ensure smooth distribution

What you will need to succeed:

• 4 year's experience in a senior supply chain position
• Strong procurement/purchasing background (ideally in construction or heavy manufacturing)
• Experience at a strategic level with prior team management experience an added bonus
• Related degree or industry qualification, i.e., CIPS, APICS.

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