Supply Chain Risk Manager

Alexander Mann Solutions - Contingency; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AMS is seeking a Supply Chain Risk Manager for a key UK retail bank, focused on managing operational risk within the supply chain. The role involves collaboration with control teams, implementing risk measures, and fostering a culture of risk management. Ideal candidates will have a sound understanding of financial services and supply chain processes, along with relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in Supply Chain Management and Financial Services is essential.
• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks is required.
• Experience with Jagger and Process Unity is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational risk and controls in the Supply Chain department.
• Develop and implement risk management measures.
• Translate risk concepts for stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Process Improvement

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management

Degree in Business

Degree in Finance

Professional qualifications in risk management (e.g., PRINCE2, Six Sigma)

Tools

Jagger

Process Unity

Job description

We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm; we enable organisations to thrive in an age of constant change by building, re-shaping, and optimising workforces. Our Contingent Workforce Solutions (CWS) is one of our service offerings; we act as an extension of our clients' recruitment team and provide professional interim and temporary resources.

Our client, a major UK retail bank, provides every day banking services to over 17 million retail customers. The banks expertise and services span across Business Services, Corporate banking, Wealth Management, Group Functions, Retail and Investment Banking.

On behalf of this organisation, AMS are looking for a Supply Chain Risk Manager for a contract until the end of 2025 based in London - hybrid working.

Purpose of the Role:

• To lead and manage operational risk and controls within our Supply Chain department. This role is essential in ensuring that our risk frameworks are adhered to and effectively integrated into business processes. The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of both business requirements and risk management principles, enabling them to strategically balance process agility with appropriate risk controls.

As a Supply Chain Risk Manager you will be responsible for:

• Owning and managing the operational risk and controls for the Supply Chain department in alignment with the bank's risk frameworks.
• Collaborating with business control teams, the second line of defence (2LOD), and internal audit to ensure comprehensive risk management across all supply chain activities.
• Developing and implementing risk and control measures that strike a balance between enabling agile business processes and maintaining appropriately scaled risk management practices.
• Acting as a bridge between business and risk language, translating complex risk concepts into understandable terms for stakeholders at all levels.
• Establishing monitoring mechanisms to review the effectiveness of controls and report findings to senior management, ensuring that risks are identified and managed proactively.
• Developing and delivering training programmes to enhance risk awareness and foster a culture of risk management within the Supply Chain team.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in processes, controls, and risk management practices, driving efficiency and effectiveness.

What we require from the candidate:

• Supply Chain Management experience.
• Financial Services experience.
• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks and methodologies.
• Excellent Stakeholder Management experience.
• A degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field. Professional qualifications in risk management (e.g., PRINCE2, Six Sigma) are advantageous.
• Experience of the use of Jagger and Process Unity are beneficial.

Next steps

This client will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business