Supply Chain Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead the selection, management, and performance of the supplier relationship.
• Negotiation of NDAs, LTAs and T&Cs with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier pricing, quality, and delivery performance, addressing any underperformance.
• Develop and manage supplier scheduling to support customer demands.
• Manage scheduling and purchase order processes within an ERP system.
• Prioritise and complete tasks in accordance with commitments to support business and customer expectations.
• Work in accordance with the Quality Management System and Employee Handbook.
• Complete ERP system tasks to ensure material traceability is maintained.
• Take responsibility for the leadership and prioritisation of the supply chain priorities.
• Lead the development of the supply chain to support the business roadmap.

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent education.
• Strong creative and innovative problem‑solving capability.
• Ability to build and foster professional relationships.
• Experience in managing supply‑chain activities using ERP software tools.
• Ability to write high‑quality communications and understand technical reports.
• Able to communicate effectively across all levels in a cross‑disciplinary environment.
• Coaching and development of colleagues.
• Change‑management experience for implementation of continuous improvement.
• Broad view on developing technologies and opportunities.
• Desirable experience:
  • Strong technical and practical understanding of manufacturing processes, such as welding, brazing, bonding, polishing and etching, and working with laser light sources.
  • Ability to lead root‑cause analysis and problem‑solving activities.
  • Experience working with and processing optical fibres.
  • Technical understanding and experience of designing optical devices.

• Work‑life integration
• Mobile working
• Flexible working hours
• Pension scheme
• Good development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Attractive remuneration system
• Health initiatives