Supply Chain Team Lead

STR Group; Rugeley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Supply Chain Team Leader to enhance operational excellence across procurement and planning. This role offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing team, manage supplier relationships, and ensure timely delivery of critical materials. Ideal for a procurement professional ready to make a significant impact, this position combines strategic leadership with hands-on responsibilities. Join a collaborative team and take the next step in your career, influencing processes and driving success from day one.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Collaborative Team Environment

Occasional Travel for Supplier Relationships

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain with team leadership exposure.
• Strong supplier relationship and orderbook management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day procurement operations and manage supplier performance.
• Monitor and report on procurement KPIs, resolving performance issues.

Skills

Procurement Management

Supplier Relationship Management

ERP Systems Knowledge

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

CIPS Qualification

Tools

IFS ERP

Job description

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Operations Manager | Recruitment Specialist across Finance and Fintech - International

Supply Chain Team Leader – Procurement Focus

Are you a procurement professional ready to take the lead? We're looking for a Supply Chain Team Leader to join our expanding team and play a key role in driving operational excellence across procurement, planning, and stores.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you’ll lead a high-performing team, manage supplier relationships, and ensure smooth, on-time delivery of materials that are critical to our production success. This hands-on role offers the perfect blend of leadership and strategic impact – ideal for someone ready to step up and take ownership.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Lead day-to-day procurement operations, supporting the wider supply chain team

Take charge of supplier performance and orderbook accuracy

Manage key suppliers across the full procurement lifecycle

Monitor and report on procurement KPIs, resolving performance issues proactively

Be the go-to for operational escalations within the procurement team

Attend production meetings to align supply chain with manufacturing goals

Coach and support your team to maximise efficiency and capability

Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline and improve supply chain processes

Step in to support the team during busy periods or holidays to ensure continuity

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain – ideally with team leadership exposure
• Strong supplier relationship and orderbook management skills
• Knowledge of ERP systems like IFS
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Confidently managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• CIPS qualification (or working towards) is a plus
• Ability to gain relevant security vetting clearance

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing, collaborative team
• Opportunity to lead, influence, and grow professionally
• Occasional travel to develop supplier relationships and ensure delivery schedules
• Varied, hands-on role with real responsibility from day one
• Take the next step in your procurement career and lead from the front. If you're ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Administrative

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing, Engineering Services, and Technology, Information and Media

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