Supply Chain Development Manager in Manchester

Procurement and Supplier Development Lead

This role is responsible for developing supply chain readiness and supplier capability to support a significant production ramp-up across complex manufacturing programmes. It focuses on supplier engagement, industrialisation activities and capacity assurance to enable sustainable growth, continuity of supply and long-term performance across an evolving manufacturing environment.

This position would suit a procurement or supply chain professional with strong experience in supplier development within a manufacturing environment. It is ideal for someone who enjoys working cross-functionally, improving supplier performance, supporting production growth and influencing strategic sourcing and investment decisions through data‑driven analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead supplier development activities to ensure capacity, capability and supply chain readiness
• Conduct detailed supplier assessments, risk evaluations and run‑at‑rate demonstrations
• Collaborate with internal manufacturing, engineering, quality and commodity teams
• Support make‑or‑buy decisions and strategic sourcing recommendations
• Identify cost‑saving, performance improvement and capacity expansion opportunities

Requirements

• Strong experience in Supplier Development within Procurement or Supply Chain role
• Experience within highly regulated Manufacturing
• Degree qualified or similar
• Awareness of APQP and Lean Principles

Employment Details

Employment type: Permanent

Location: South Manchester

Working hours: 0800‑1630 (Mon‑Thurs), 0800‑1300 (Fri) – flexible, 37 hours per week

Salary: £50k – £60k (dependent on experience)

Benefits

7% Pension Contributions, 4% from candidate, 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, life assurance, sick pay, employee assistance programme, wellbeing initiatives, cycle to work scheme, free parking, EV charging points.

Contact

For inquiries or to apply, please contact Jacob on 0161 4166249 or jacob@emp-sol.com