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Role Title: Global Supply Chain Specialist
Overall Purpose of the Job:
Join a rapidly growing telecoms engineering and manufacturing company based in Cambridgeshire as a Global Supply Chain Specialist. This position offers an opportunity to lead and optimise the supply chain and procurement process for a newly secured Tier 1 customer contract.
Success in this role requires managing a complex and diverse supply chain to meet high customer expectations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in implementing robust supply chain systems that support rolling forecasts, maximise stock turns, and minimise inventory liability.
We seek a dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is dedicated to developing a world-class operations function to support the company's growth potential. You will handle both short-term tactical tasks, such as expediting deliveries, and long-term strategic actions, such as building strong supplier relationships to align key component supply with business objectives.
Major Responsibilities and Tasks:
- Manage daily procurement and supply chain operations
- Source products and negotiate with suppliers
- Oversee the forecasting process and manage any resulting liabilities
- Report on progress and issues affecting order fulfilment to senior management and stakeholders
- Maintain inventory levels, stock turn reports, and KPIs
- Identify and implement process improvements within the supply chain
Competencies:
Essential:
- Experience scaling manufacturing and order fulfilment for a Tier 1 global customer
- Extensive supply chain experience in an engineering or technical manufacturing environment
- Strong financial management skills with a focus on KPIs
- Excellent planning, communication, influencing, and negotiation abilities
- Proficiency in IT
Desirable:
- Experience in a similar role within a high-growth environment
- Flexible working from home with occasional visits to the office near Cambridge as needed
- Travel as required
This role is ideal for someone looking to advance their career and make a significant impact in a growing company.
