About the Client
Our client is a global space technology business operating across satellites, robotics, geointelligence and space exploration, with a growing UK presence.
Role Overview
We're looking for a Supply Chain & Procurement Manager to lead the UK function. Reporting to the Operations Director, you'll manage a small Buying team while shaping the long-term supply chain strategy, supplier network, commercial approach and operating model.
The ideal background is electronics manufacturing or technology-led engineering, combined with strong strategic procurement experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the UK 3-5 year Supply Chain Strategy and transformation roadmap.
- Lead and develop the Procurement and Buying team.
- Develop sourcing, supplier management and commercial strategies.
- Strengthen supplier resilience, risk management and continuity planning.
- Improve supply chain processes, ERP, inventory and data visibility.
- Drive cost reduction, supplier performance and value creation across the business.
- Establish a clear baseline of supply chain performance and risk.
- Implement KPIs, supplier segmentation and performance management.
- Develop the UK 3-5 year Supply Chain Strategy.
- Create the Supply Chain Transformation Roadmap.
- Deliver measurable improvements in supplier performance, procurement, inventory, visibility and risk.
Required Experience
- Significant Supply Chain, Procurement or Strategic Sourcing experience in engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, defence, space or technology.
- Experience leading and developing procurement or supply chain teams.
- Strong strategic sourcing, supplier management and commercial negotiation skills.
- Experience managing supplier performance, risk and inventory.
- Proven delivery of supply chain strategy, process improvement or transformation.
- Experience with ERP/MRP, supply chain data and KPI reporting.
- Strong commercial, analytical and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels.
If you're a strategic Supply Chain or Procurement professional looking to shape a growing space and technology supply chain, I'd be keen to hear from you.
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