Supply Chain Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Norwich (KS); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable client in the Defence sector is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to manage key supplier relationships. This 12-month contract role offers a hybrid working pattern and a competitive hourly rate. Ideal candidates thrive under pressure and possess strong supply chain and manufacturing experience.

Benefits

Flexible working pattern

Competitive hourly rate

Qualifications

• Strong supply chain/manufacturing experience.
• Experience managing challenging supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main liaison between our business and the supplier.
• Tackle production delays and coordinate across teams.
• Lead process improvements and ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

CIPS

Lean/Six Sigma

Supply Chain

Manufacturing

Job description

Job Description

Are you a technically-minded supply chain expert ready to take ownership of a key supplier relationship in a fast-moving manufacturing environment?

I'm working with a reputable client in the Defence sector who are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Specialist to join their team immediately to manage production and performance with a key supplier.

• Role: 12-month contract
• Location: Based in Norwich
• Working Pattern: Hybrid (4-day week)
• Pay: Competitive hourly rate (Inside IR35)

This supply chain role will require a strong focus on ensuring on-time delivery, resolving manufacturing and supply issues, and maintaining a firm onsite presence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the main liaison between our business and the supplier, providing consistent site presence
• Tackle production delays, material flow issues, and escalate risks as needed
• Coordinate across Supply Chain, Projects, Engineering & Quality
• Bring structure, consistency, and accountability to supplier performance
• Confidently challenge the norm and lead process improvements.

If you thrive under pressure, understand manufacturing environments and can push for results with a professional yet assertive, this is the role for you!

Required Skills/Experience:

• CIPS or Lean/Six Sigma background
• Strong supply chain/manufacturing experience
• Experience managing challenging supplier relationships
• Technical knowledge of build/assembly processes.

Why This Role?

• Flexible working pattern
• Competitive hourly rate (Inside IR35)
• Great opportunity to apply technical and commercial skills to drive real improvements

This is fantastic Defence sector opportunity for a Supply Chain Specialist who gets stuck in, sorts problems fast, and is willing to challenge the norm. If this opportunity is for you - Apply Now!