Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager

We are working in partnership with a highly innovative and fast-growing organisation to recruit an experienced Supply Chain Manager. This is a key leadership role responsible for developing and optimising end-to-end supply chain operations, driving cost efficiencies and ensuring high-quality, on-time delivery across a global supplier network.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual to play a pivotal role in shaping supply chain strategy within a dynamic, growth-focused environment.

The Role

As Supply Chain Manager, you will take full ownership of procurement, materials planning and supplier development activities, ensuring alignment with business objectives and future growth plans.

You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including design, production, sales and operations, ensuring materials and services are sourced effectively to support both ongoing production and new product introduction.

The position also carries international responsibility, providing governance and support across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a forward-thinking supply chain strategy to support operational and commercial goals
• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness and performance
• Lead procurement and materials planning activities to ensure timely availability of parts and services
• Introduce and manage dual sourcing strategies to reduce risk and optimise cost
• Oversee supplier audits, compliance, performance management and quality reviews
• Manage day-to-day supply chain operations, including stock control, logistics and invoice resolution
• Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes and team capability
• Work closely with design teams to source new materials and components
• Support production with outsourced manufacturing solutions during peak demand
• Collaborate with sales teams on forecasting and costing for tenders
• Manage logistics operations and associated budgets across multiple regions
• Lead S&OP processes and support the creation of a Master Production Schedule (MPS)
• Provide leadership and development to direct reports

About You

• Proven experience in a Supply Chain Management role within a process-driven environment
• Strong expertise across procurement, materials planning and supplier development
• Demonstrated experience managing and developing teams
• Experience working with global suppliers and international logistics
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (Sage experience advantageous)
• Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively
• A proactive mindset with the ability to lead projects and drive change

Key Attributes

• Commercially aware and driven
• A customer-focused approach, with a commitment to delivering value
• Strong collaboration skills, working effectively across teams and partners
• A commercially minded and entrepreneurial outlook
• A continuous improvement mindset, striving for operational excellence
• Respect for diverse perspectives and a commitment to inclusive working practices

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking business
• A strategic role with real influence over supply chain direction
• Exposure to international operations
• Collaborative and innovative working environment

Apply Now or call the Reed Southampton office for more details.