At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage materials supply for advanced prosthetic technology and ensure smooth operations.
- Company: Join Blatchford, a global leader in innovative mobility solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, health cash plan, and more perks.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the healthcare industry while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field; experience in manufacturing preferred.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Blatchford is a multi-award winning, global manufacturer of some of the world's most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices. Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users. Through science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.
We have a brand new and exciting opportunity for a Material Supply Manager to join our planning team based at our Head Office in Basingstoke.
The role involves:
- End-to-end management of parts supply to support the demand plan and final assembly build schedule, covering both externally sourced components and internally manufactured materials.
- Acting as the single point of accountability for materials availability, inventory health, and ERP data integrity.
- Ensuring that system signals, dates, and supply actions are fully aligned with the demand and product supply plans.
- Bridging planning, purchasing, internal manufacturing, and logistics to ensure materials flow reliably and predictably.
Key duties include:
- Owning end-to-end materials supply for all externally sourced and internally manufactured parts supporting final assembly.
- Overseeing tactical purchasing and supply execution, managing the daily workload of buyers and ensuring supplier and subcontractor performance.
- Ensuring continuity of supply across external vendors and subcontractors, along with internal supply streams.
- Driving alignment of materials supply dates, quantities, and priorities within the ERP.
- Supporting and expediting parts through vendors, subcontractors, and internal inspection as required to protect the build plan.
- Acting as the key escalation point for decommits, shortages, ERP exceptions and supply risks.
- Managing supplier and subcontractor relationships (40-50 key suppliers plus indirect supply base).
- Supporting and managing indirect procurement where it impacts materials availability or continuity of supply.
- Supporting resolution of commercial and transactional issues impacting supply.
- Owning inventory management processes.
What are we looking for?
As Material Supply Manager, you will have the following key skills:
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Operations Management, or related field.
- Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems with proven ability to manage purchasing and inventory workflows.
- Evidence of continuous professional development in supply chain or purchasing disciplines.
- Proven experience managing purchasing and inventory in a manufacturing, engineering, or fast-moving operational environment.
- Strong knowledge of supply chain processes, MRP/ERP planning, safety stock methodologies, and demand alignment.
- Demonstrated experience managing supplier relationships, placing and expediting purchase orders, and controlling lead-time risk.
- Demonstrated ability to manage inventory accuracy, cycle counting, and stock optimisation.
- Experience with root-cause analysis relating to shortages, overstock, and supply disruptions.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
- High level of organisation, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across operations, planning, finance, and suppliers.
- Proactive approach with the ability to identify risks early and implement mitigation plans.
- Strong commercial awareness and negotiation ability.
- Demonstrated accountability, resilience, and structured follow-through.
What can we offer you?
As Material Supply Manager, you will receive the following benefits:
- Highly competitive salary.
- 25 days holiday (rising with service).
- Option to purchase additional holiday.
- On Demand Pay.
- Pension.
- Death in Service.
- Discounted shopping and leisure activities.
- Health cash plan.
- Cycle to work scheme.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team, within a unique environment and contribute to the success of our award-winning organisation.
Material Supply Manager employer: Blatchford Ltd
Blatchford is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Basingstoke. With a strong focus on employee growth and a culture rooted in innovation and collaboration, we provide competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and unique benefits like a health cash plan and a cycle to work scheme. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of our users through advanced prosthetic technology and quality improvement initiatives.
