Senior Supply Chain Manager

Elevation Procurement & Supply chain is delighted to be partnered with Howco, with the search & selection of the newly created role of Senior Supply Chain Manager - Aerospace. Step into a high-impact senior leadership role where your expertise in end-to-end supply chain management will directly influence operational performance, customer delivery, and profitability. This is a strategic opportunity to shape and optimise a complex aerospace metals supply chain, working with nickel and alloy materials in a technically demanding, quality-critical environment.

About the Role:

As Senior Supply Chain Manager, you will own the strategic and operational performance of the supply chain, from sourcing and procurement through to demand planning, S&OP and inventory optimisation. You will lead cross-functional alignment between commercial, operations, quality and finance to ensure material availability, cost efficiency and service reliability. Your work will drive continuous improvement, mitigate supply risk, and support long-term growth in a highly regulated aerospace metals environment.

Key Responsibilities:

* Develop and execute the end-to-end supply chain strategy for aerospace nickel and alloy products, aligned with business objectives and customer requirements.
* Lead and optimise the S&OP process, ensuring robust demand forecasting, capacity planning and alignment between sales, operations and supply.
* Oversee strategic procurement and sourcing activities, including supplier selection, negotiation, contracting and performance management for critical metals supply.
* Manage inventory planning and control to balance service levels, working capital and obsolescence risk across multiple sites and product lines.
* Drive supply risk assessment and mitigation, including dual-sourcing strategies, contingency planning and supplier development initiatives.
* Implement and refine supply chain KPIs, dashboards and reporting to monitor performance, identify variances and drive corrective actions.
* Lead cross-functional improvement projects to streamline material flows, reduce lead times, and enhance OTIF delivery performance.
* Mentor and develop the supply chain team, fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making, accountability and continuous improvement.

Key Requirements:

* Proven experience in a senior supply chain management role within the aerospace sector.
* Strong background in managing supply chains for metals, specifically nickel and alloy materials.
* Demonstrable expertise in strategic procurement and sourcing, including complex contract negotiation and supplier performance management.
* Solid track record in demand forecasting, S&OP leadership and cross-functional alignment.
* Hands-on experience with inventory management and planning in a high-mix, high-specification manufacturing environment.
* Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, model scenarios and make evidence-based decisions.
* Strong leadership capabilities, with experience managing and developing multi-disciplinary supply chain teams.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels. Package:
Competitive Salary Bonus Pension If you’re ready to take ownership of a complex, international supply chain and make a tangible impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch with Peter Simmonds at Elevation Recruitment Group for more information!