Group Supply Chain manager

Are you a strategic procurement professional with a proven track record in the utilities or engineering sector? We are seeking a Group Supply Chain Manager to lead and optimise procurement strategies, supplier relationships, and purchasing processes across our organisation.

Location: Flexible/Remote (with occasional office working in Stockport or Borehamwood)

About the Role As a Group Supply Chain Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our procurement strategy. You will lead a team of procurement professionals, drive supplier performance, and ensure that our supply chain operations align with business objectives, cost efficiencies, and regulatory requirements. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact in a growing organisation, where innovation, efficiency, and excellence are at the core of our operations.

 Why Join Us?

• A dynamic and growing organisation where your expertise will shape the future of our supply chain strategy.
• Flexible working arrangements with remote working opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package including pension, car allowance and healthcare for you and your partner.

Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience in procurement or supply chain management, ideally within utilities, engineering, or construction.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to drive collaboration and performance.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation abilities.
• Experience with civils, utilities, and/or M&E supply chains.
• Strategic mindset with strong analytical capabilities to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Expertise in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, procurement, or a related field (Master’s degree or CIPS certification desirable).
• Deep understanding of procurement best practices, regulatory compliance, and industry trends.
• Strong project management skills, capable of handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

If you are a proactive and strategic leader looking for your next challenge in procurement and supply chain management, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies, policies, and processes that align with business objectives and industry best practices.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of procurement professionals, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring procurement strategies support broader business needs.
• Oversee supplier sourcing, contract negotiations, and relationship management to drive cost savings and quality improvements.
• Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and industry developments to identify areas for strategic procurement enhancements.
• Lead initiatives such as supplier consolidation and vendor rationalisation to achieve economies of scale.
• Develop and manage procurement budgets, tracking expenditure and cost-saving measures to support financial objectives.
• Leverage procurement technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency and data analytics capabilities.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, and legal teams to integrate procurement activities into overall business processes.
• Establish and oversee supplier performance management programmes, driving continuous improvement and compliance.

Apply today to be part of a forward-thinking organisation committed to operational excellence.