Supply Chain Programme Manager (Belfast 50k)

VanRath; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employer in Belfast seeks a Programme Manager to oversee supply chain operations on an interim basis. The role involves managing supplier performance, leading teams, and ensuring successful project delivery in a hybrid working environment. With a competitive salary and exposure to high-profile projects, this is an excellent opportunity for candidates experienced in aerospace or manufacturing.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £51,500 per annum

Exposure to high-profile supply chain projects

Hybrid working model

Initial interim contract with potential for long-term engagement

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' relevant programme or operational experience.
• Track record in aerospace, manufacturing or engineering sectors.
• Ability to drive progress in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier performance and programme delivery.
• Ensure effective controls and planning.
• Lead and coach a programme support team.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Leadership

Education

Degree in Engineering or Business

HNC in Engineering or Business

Job description

Programme Manager - Supply Chain

- Belfast / Hybrid Working
- £51,500 per annum
- 36 hours per week
- Interim Contract

VANRATH are delighted to be assisting a leading employer in the Belfast area with the recruitment of a Supply Chain Programme Manager to join their team on an interim basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation at the forefront of its sector, supporting the successful delivery of high-value and complex programmes across a global supply chain network.

The Role:

As Programme Manager, you will take responsibility for supplier performance, programme delivery, and cross-functional collaboration. Working closely with senior stakeholders and external suppliers, you will ensure effective controls, planning, and successful project outcomes. You will lead and coach a team of support staff, managing performance and driving delivery through effective leadership and governance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Programme management across all phases of supply chain operations
• Managing planning, schedule adherence, and business control processes
• Acting as the main point of contact for external suppliers and customers
• Leading and coaching a small programme support team
• Developing and maintaining management information systems and reporting metrics
• Supporting cross-site work transfer activity in collaboration with other programme teams

The Ideal Candidate:

• A degree in engineering or business with a minimum of 5 years' relevant programme or operational experience
  OR
  An HNC in engineering or business with a minimum of 8 years' relevant experience
• Proven track record working in aerospace, manufacturing or engineering sectors
• Confident in stakeholder engagement at senior level and experienced in supplier/customer interfaces
• Strong leadership, motivational and team management skills
• Demonstrated ability to drive progress in a complex, fast-moving environment

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary of £51,500 per annum
• Hybrid working model
• 36-hour working week
• Exposure to high-profile supply chain projects
• Initial interim contract with scope for long-term engagement

For more information, please contact Ethan Boylan today.