Supply Chain and Logistics Manager

Infinitesima; Abingdon (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health

Annual Bonus

EMI Scheme

Job summary

Infinitesima in Abingdon, UK, is seeking an experienced Supply Chain & Logistics Manager to lead end-to-end materials flow across global operations. This hands-on role blends strategic planning with operational delivery to ensure materials availability, supplier performance and on-time shipments.

You will work across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Stores and Finance to maintain forecasts, manage risks and drive improvements in efficiency and cost.

Qualifications

• At least five years in supply chain, procurement, materials management or logistics in engineering/manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of MRP, production planning, inventory control and purchasing processes.
• Experience using ERP or MRP systems to manage material demand and supply.
• Proven supplier management and commercial negotiation experience.
• Experience coordinating domestic and international logistics activities.
• Strong analytical skills to inform decisions and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Own Supply Chain Planning & Material Availability to ensure production and project teams have needed materials.
• Review MRP outputs, supplier schedules, material shortages and inventory levels.
• Identify supply risks and implement recovery plans before they impact operations.
• Maintain forecasts, material plans and delivery schedules.
• Provide updates to stakeholders on risks, constraints and supply status.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to measure supply chain performance and drive improvement.
• Build relationships with suppliers; negotiate pricing, lead times and commercial terms.
• Monitor supplier performance and lead regular business reviews.
• Lead supplier escalations and corrective actions; support audits and improvement initiatives.
• Develop alternative sourcing strategies to reduce risk and improve resilience.
• Work with Quality and Engineering to resolve supplier-related issues.
• Manage inventory levels, reorder points and ERP/MRP data accuracy.
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments and ensure compliance.
• Monitor shipments and resolve delivery issues; balance service levels and costs.

Skills

MRP systems

Production planning

Inventory control

Purchasing processes

Supplier management

Logistics coordination

Analytical skills

Job description

Supply Chain & Logistics Manager£48,000 – £58,000 +PrivateHealth, Annual Bonus & EMI SchemeAbingdon, Oxfordshire | Full-Time | On-Site Drive the Supply Chain Behind World-Leading Technology

Atthe company,we'redeveloping advanced nanometrology systems that enable the next generation of semiconductor innovation. As our business continues to grow,we'relooking for an experiencedSupply Chain & Logistics Managerto lead the flow of materials,componentsand information across our global supply chain.

This is a hands-on role that blends strategic planning with operational delivery.You'llwork across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Stores and Finance to ensure materials are available when needed, suppliers are performing, shipments move efficiently and supply chain risks areidentifiedbefore theyimpactthe business.

If you thrive on solving problems, building supplierpartnershipsand improving operational performance,we'dlove to hear from you.

What You'll Be DoingOwning Supply Chain Planning & Material Availability

You'llplaya central rolein ensuring our production and project teams have the materials they need to succeed by:

• Managing end-to-end supply chain andlogisticsactivities across suppliers,productionand customer delivery

• Reviewing MRP outputs, supplier schedules, materialshortagesand inventory levels

• Identifyingsupply risks and implementing recovery plans before theyimpactoperations

• Maintainingaccurateforecasts, materialplansand delivery schedules

• Providing clear updates to stakeholders on risks,constraintsand supply status

• Developing and monitoring KPIs to measure supply chain performance and drive improvement

Managing Suppliers & Commercial Performance

You'llbuild strong relationships with suppliers while ensuring cost, quality and delivery expectations are consistently achieved.

This includes:

• Negotiating pricing, lead times, paymenttermsand commercial agreements

• Monitoring supplier performance and leading regular business reviews

• Managing supplier escalations and driving corrective actions whererequired

• Supporting supplier audits, developmentactivitiesand improvement initiatives

• Developing alternative sourcing strategies to reduce risk and improve resilience

• Working closely with Quality and Engineering teams to resolve supplier-related issues

Optimising Inventory & Materials Management

You'llhelp ensure inventory is positioned effectively to support businessobjectivesby:

• Managing stock levels, reorderpointsand inventory strategies

• Balancing material availability with working capital requirements

• MaintainingaccurateERP and MRP data

• Monitoring inventory performance andidentifyingopportunities for improvement

• Aligning material availability with manufacturing and project priorities

Leading Logistics & International Shipping

Working with freight providers andlogisticspartners,you'll:

• Coordinate domestic and international shipments

• Ensure import and export activities are compliant and efficient

• Manage customs,freightand transportation requirements

• Monitor shipment performance and resolve delivery issues proactively

• Balance service levels,costand delivery schedules across globallogisticsactivities

Driving Improvement Across the Business

You'llwork closely with stakeholders across the organisation to:

• Support new product introduction and scaling activities

• Lead supply chain escalations and recovery plans

• Improve supply chain processes,systemsand reporting

• Identifyopportunities to reduce cost, shorten leadtimesand improve operational performance

• Build stronger visibility across the end-to-end supply chain

What We're Looking For

• At least five years' experience in supply chain, procurement, materials management orlogisticswithin an engineering or manufacturing environment

• Strong knowledge of MRP, production planning, inventorycontroland purchasing processes

• Experience using ERP or MRP systems to manage material demand and supply

• Proven supplier management and commercial negotiation experience

• Experience coordinating domestic and internationallogisticsactivities

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to use data to inform decisions

• The ability to manage multiple priorities and remain calm under pressure

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

• A proactive,practicaland solutions-focused approach

Bonus Points For

• Experience within semiconductor, scientific instrumentation, electronics,aerospaceor other high-tech manufacturing environments

• Knowledge of import/export regulations, customsprocessesand international trade compliance

• Experience leading supplier audits and supplier development programmes

• Experience supporting new product introduction and manufacturing scale-up activities

• Familiarity with quality systems, supplier correctiveactionsand engineering change processes

• Previousteam leadership or people management experience

• CIPS, CILT or a similar professional qualification

Why Jointhe company?

• Play a key role in delivering technology used by leading semiconductor companies worldwide

• Influence strategic and operational supply chain decisions

• Work closely with engineering teams developing genuinely innovative products

• Join a collaborative and growing business where your contribution is highly visible

• Help shape and improve supply chain processes as the company continues to scale

A bit about us:

the companyis a privately owned company founded in 2001, as a spin-out of the University of Bristol, by CTO Professor Andrew Humphris. Our dynamic team of scientists and engineers is focussed on enabling the next generation of semiconductor devices through delivery of innovative products to customers around the world.

Your recruitment journey

1st stage:(45 minute) Remote meeting to evaluate your experience and technical ability

2nd stage:(2.5 hours) Face to face onsite evaluating technical,presentationand communication skills along with your ways of working and your opportunity togtto know more about us

Our strength lies in the varied perspectives that come fromdifferent cultures, experiences, and identities. We believe that true innovation is fuelled by collaboration, locally and globally. We strive to foster an environment where everyone can contribute meaningfully and thrive.

If you require adjustments to take part in the recruitment process, please let us know,we'lldo our best to support you.

If you prefer your camera off for a remote interview, just let us know, it's fine with us. We'll just say a quick hello first.

*Note to recruitment agencies:the companyLtd only works with approved agencies and does not accept unsolicited agency CVs. Please do notsubmitcandidate details in response to this advert, or to anythe companyLtd employees.the companyLtd is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.

A note on how we run interviews:We use AI only to transcribe our interviews so we can focus fully on you instead of scribbling notes. The AI does not take part in any decision making at any stage. All hiring decisions are made by real humans based on the conversation we have with you.

Location and work pattern

This job requires attendance on site weekdays.

This vacancy is not eligible for VISA sponsorship.

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