Technical Supply Chain Manager

Recruitment Direct; Wales; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering company is seeking a Technical Supply Chain Manager for a full-time, permanent role at the Herefordshire, Powys border. You will be responsible for leading the Supply Chain function, implementing strategies to achieve operational goals, and ensuring procurement processes are effective and compliant. The ideal candidate will possess proven leadership skills and a strong engineering background, with experience in dynamic manufacturing environments. A competitive salary is available, alongside the opportunity to lead a motivated team.

Qualifications

• Strong technical understanding with solid engineering foundation knowledge.
• Proven leadership experience at a senior level within Supply Chain or Procurement.
• Experience working within ISO 9001:2015 quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Creating and implementing a multi-year supply chain strategy.
• Providing strong procurement leadership across the Supply Chain team.
• Monitoring and reporting Supply Chain KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Change management

Education

BTec NVQ Level 4

CIPS qualification

Engineering-related qualification

Job description

Technical Supply Chain Manager

We are working for a specialist engineering company for a Technical Supply Chain Manager on a Full time, permanent basis located on the Herefordshire, Powys border. This role operates within a specialist engineering and manufacturing environment, responsible for providing technical, strategic, and operational leadership to the Supply Chain function.

What You Can Expect

• Monday - Friday - Office hours, permanent full time, site-based role
• Competitive Salary circa £50'000

What You Will Be Doing

• Creating and implementing a multi-year supply chain strategy to reduce cost, mitigate risk, and enhance quality and service
• Providing strong procurement leadership across the Supply Chain team
• Supporting the organisation's broader strategic vision and continuous improvement culture
• Leading, motivating, and communicating effectively to ensure strong team performance in line with CI methodologies and supply chain best practice
• Providing daily leadership to the Supply Chain team, setting clear expectations and stretch targets
• Creating an engaged, motivated, and high-performing team working collaboratively with cross-functional colleagues
• Ensuring materials, goods, and services are procured and delivered safely, effectively, and on time in line with production plans
• Offering technical engineering support to resolve technical queries within procurement and supplier operations
• Owning all supply chain and procurement processes, documentation, and compliance activities
• Leading supply chain projects and delivering plans that achieve financial and operational goals
• Monitoring and reporting Supply Chain KPIs, implementing corrective actions where required
• Conducting tendering, make‑vs‑buy analysis, and selecting optimal commercial approaches
• Analysing trends, system data, and conflicting requirements to influence stakeholders
• Managing supplier performance metrics, including OTIF and strategic supplier development, ensuring full contractual coverage across the supply base
• Auditing, approving, and monitoring suppliers in line with procedures
• Supporting NPI activities by reviewing new parts, approving sources of supply, and signing off Supply Chain gate stages
• Managing obsolescence through early intervention, dual sourcing, and risk mitigation
• Maintaining product purchase data, supply notes, and accurate cost and lead‑time information
• Completing ad hoc operational and strategic tasks as required

What We Are Looking For

• Strong technical understanding with solid engineering foundation knowledge
• Proven leadership experience at a senior level within Supply Chain or Procurement
• Excellent people management, communication, and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to lead and manage change in a dynamic manufacturing environment
• Strong commercial awareness with ability to influence at all organisational levels
• Deep understanding of engineering drawings, manufacturing processes, and materials
• Effective negotiation and performance management capability
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and problem solving
• Experience working within ISO 9001:2015 quality systems

Qualifications Required

Essential: BTec NVQ Level 4, CIPS qualification, or equivalent experience

Desirable: Engineering‑related qualification

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