Supply Chain Manager

Position: Supply Chain Manager (Permanent)
Location: Vale of White Horse

Supply Chain Manager

Location:

Abingdon, Oxfordshire

Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 + Excellent Benefits

Type:
Full-time, Permanent, On-site

Overview
A leading-edge manufacturing business is seeking a proactive and experienced Supply Chain Manager to join its Operations & Quality team in Abingdon. This is a key role responsible for managing the full supply chain lifecycle, including sourcing, procurement, logistics and inventory control for specialist materials and internationally shipped components.

Ideal for candidates with a background in manufacturing supply chains, particularly involving metals, powders or similarly controlled materials, this position offers the opportunity to influence key operational functions in a highly technical environment.

The Role
Reporting to the Head of Production and managing a Goods-In & Inventory Coordinator, the successful candidate will take ownership of supplier relationships, purchasing processes, goods receipt, stock control and international logistics. The role requires close collaboration with production, engineering and quality teams to ensure materials and components are delivered on time, to spec and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

Identify and onboard suppliers for key production inputs

Lead supplier negotiations and maintain commercial terms

Develop sourcing strategies and manage supplier performance

Purchasing & Planning

Manage purchase orders and maintain accurate ERP/MRP data

Forecast demand in collaboration with Production and Sales

Ensure compliance with procurement policies and audit readiness

Logistics & Inventory Control

Oversee international shipments and customs processes

Manage goods-in activities and ensure material traceability

Maintain accurate inventory records and support non-conformance handling

Cost & Risk Management

Monitor material and freight costs

Maintain supplier risk registers

Produce supply chain reports and dashboards

Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement

Line manage the Goods-In & Inventory function

Develop SOPs for purchasing and inventory workflows

Drive process improvements across the supply chain

Requirements

Essential

Supply chain or procurement experience within manufacturing

Strong supplier negotiation and relationship skills

Knowledge of incoterms, customs and international shipping

ERP/MRP experience and strong data discipline

Understanding of material traceability and quality processes

Experience managing goods-in or stock control functions

Proficiency in Excel;
Power BI beneficial

Desirable

Background in metals or powder-based manufacturing

CIPS qualification or currently studying

Key Competencies

Accountability and initiative

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Commitment to safety and compliance

Salary and Benefits

£50,000 to £60,000 per annum

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

9% employer pension contribution

Private healthcare (including dental, optical and health screening)

Share option scheme