Supply Chain and Logistics Manager

Abingdon, Oxfordshire | Full-Time | On-Site

£48,000 – £58,000 + Private Health, Annual Bonus & EMI Scheme

At Infinitesima, we re developing advanced nanometrology systems that enable the next generation of semiconductor innovation. As our business continues to grow, we re looking for an experienced Supply Chain & Logistics Manager to lead the flow of materials, components and information across our global supply chain.

This is a hands‑on role that blends strategic planning with operational delivery. You ll work across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Stores and Finance to ensure materials are available when needed, suppliers are performing, shipments move efficiently and supply chain risks are identified before they impact the business.

If you thrive on solving problems, building supplier partnerships and improving operational performance, we d love to hear from you.

You ll play a central role in ensuring our production and project teams have the materials they need to succeed by:

• Managing end-to-end supply chain and logistics activities across suppliers, production and customer delivery
• Reviewing MRP outputs, supplier schedules, material shortages and inventory levels
• Identifying supply risks and implementing recovery plans before they impact operations
• Maintaining accurate forecasts, material plans and delivery schedules
• Providing clear updates to stakeholders on risks, constraints and supply status
• Developing and monitoring KPIs to measure supply chain performance and drive improvement

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

• Negotiating pricing, lead times, payment terms and commercial agreements
• Monitoring supplier performance and leading regular business reviews
• Managing supplier escalations and driving corrective actions where required
• Supporting supplier audits, development activities and improvement initiatives
• Developing alternative sourcing strategies to reduce risk and improve resilience
• Working closely with Quality and Engineering teams to resolve supplier‑related issues

You ll help ensure inventory is positioned effectively to support business objectives by:

• Managing stock levels, reorder points and inventory strategies
• Balancing material availability with working capital requirements
• Maintaining accurate ERP and MRP data
• Monitoring inventory performance and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Aligning material availability with manufacturing and project priorities

Working with freight providers and logistics partners, you ll:

• Coordinate domestic and international shipments
• Ensure import and export activities are compliant and efficient
• Manage customs, freight and transportation requirements
• Monitor shipment performance and resolve delivery issues proactively
• Balance service levels, cost and delivery schedules across global logistics activities

You ll work 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, systems and reporting
• Identify opportunities to reduce cost, shorten lead times and improve operational performance
• Build stronger visibility across the end‑to‑end supply chain

• At least five years  experience in supply chain, procurement, materials management or logistics within an engineering or manufacturing environment
• 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 and the ability to use data to inform decisions
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and…