Head of Supply Chain

Our client is a growing and ambitious manufacturer supplying engineered equipment to customers in the UK and internationally. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Head of Supply Chain to lead their procurement and supplier strategy.

This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for developing a reliable, scalable supply chain to support ongoing expansion.

The Role

You will lead the end-to-end supply chain and procurement function, ensuring the efficient sourcing of materials and components while improving cost, quality, and delivery performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing the supply chain and procurement strategy
• Managing and developing global supplier relationships
• Negotiating supplier agreements and contracts
• Leading demand planning and procurement forecasting
• Monitoring inventory levels and stock strategy
• Driving cost reduction and margin improvement initiatives
• Managing day-to-day purchasing operations and KPIs
• Maintaining accurate ERP supply chain data and reporting

About You

• Proven experience in a Head of Supply Chain, Procurement Manager or similar senior role
• Strong experience sourcing materials within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Experience managing global suppliers
• Strong commercial negotiation and analytical skills
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
• Is it highly beneficial to have CIPS qualifications

#J-18808-Ljbffr…