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Supply chain manager
Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager

Reed

Posted 2 days ago, valid for 8 days

Colchester, Essex CO6 3JQ, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The company is seeking a motivated and experienced Supply Chain Manager to join their team in Colchester, focusing on strategic UK contracts in the manufacturing sector.
Candidates should have a strong background in supplier and contract management, with a preference for those experienced in mechanical engineering and manufacturing-based purchasing.
The role requires excellent communication skills, a willingness to travel across the UK, and the ability to work on critical projects within a multifunctional organization.
The position offers a competitive salary, along with 25 days of holiday, a 4% pension scheme, and other benefits.
Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in supply chain management.

Are you a motivated and experienced Supply Chain Manager looking for an exciting new opportunity? Join a leading company in the manufacturing sector, based in Colchester, and become a key player in delivering strategic UK contracts.

This role offers the chance to work with a dedicated and motivated team, supporting project procurement strategy, governance, and controls. You will manage the supply chain, ensuring on-time delivery and high-quality standards. If you have a strong background in supplier management and contract management, this is the perfect role for you.

We are seeking an enthusiastic team player and confident self-starter with a drive to deliver change. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a willingness to travel regularly across the UK, and the ability to work on critical projects within a multifunctional organisation. Your expertise in manufacturing-based purchasing, interpreting engineering drawings, and maintaining ERP systems will be highly valued. We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong manufacturing background, ideally in mechanical engineering.

Responsibilities:

Deliver successful supplier projects while maintaining all contract scope.
Hold suppliers accountable to their commitments.
Maintain ERP systems and manage supplier accounts.
Provide regular performance KPIs and monitor suppliers, focusing on early issue identification and resolution.
Identify and source new capable suppliers, ensuring compliance.
Contribute to cost reduction, product development, and process improvement projects.

Take the next step in your career and apply now to join a company that offers a competitive salary, 25 days of holiday (+ bank holidays), Christmas shutdown, a 4% pension scheme, life assurance, company sick pay, free tea and coffee, early finish on Fridays, a cycle to work scheme, and more. Enjoy learning and development opportunities, access to mental health support.

Apply today and become a vital part of our team!

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