Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager
Full-time | On-site | Flexitime available

A leading manufacturing business in Cambridge is looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to optimise material flow and supplier performance across its operations. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role, overseeing Purchasing, Planning, and Supplier Quality Engineering to drive efficiency, cost reduction, and supply chain excellence in a complex electro-mechanical manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement supply chain strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
2. Lead supplier quality initiatives, ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with high standards.
3. Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to support new product introduction.
4. Drive continuous improvement through Lean principles and problem-solving methodologies.
5. Oversee ERP-driven capacity planning and stock management.
6. Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team, fostering a high-performance culture.

What You\’ll Need

1. Proven supply chain management experience, ideally within electronics, scientific manufacturing, or a similar industry.
2. Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
3. Knowledge of Lean principles, ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft D365), and data-driven decision-making.
4. Experience with PPAP, FMEA, and APQP is highly desirable.
5. A relevant degree and/or MCIPS qualification.

Why Join?

1. Be part of an innovative and forward-thinking business.
2. Lead a talented team and shape the future of the supply chain.
3. Work in a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement.
4. Flexitime available for better work-life balance.

If you are a supply chain professional ready for a leadership challenge, apply now. #J-18808-Ljbffr