Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager (Procurement-Focused | Engineering)

Newly created role | Engineering environment | Real impact

This is a hands-on Supply Chain Manager role with a strong focus on procurement, supporting engineering and project teams in a manufacturing environment.

You’ll be responsible for sourcing components, managing suppliers, and ensuring materials are in place to support delivery — while also having visibility across planning and warehouse operations.

💼 The Role

• Source engineering components and manage supplier relationships
• Support engineering teams with materials and solutions
• Identify and deliver cost reduction opportunities
• Oversee purchasing, planning, and warehouse coordination
• Use ERP systems (D365, Sage or similar) to manage materials flow

🎯 What You’ll Bring

• Procurement or purchasing background
• Experience in engineering or manufacturing
• Strong communication and supplier management skills
• ERP experience (D365, Sage or similar preferred)
• Proactive, organised, and able to work at pace

CIPS Level 5+ or engineering exposure would be beneficial.

🌍 The Details

• Up to 20% travel
• 1 day per week working from home
• Newly created role with scope to shape it

🎁 Benefits

• Core hours 10am–4pm (7.5-hour working day)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension matched up to 6%
• Bupa healthcare
• Bike to Work scheme
• Retail and eye care vouchers
• Free coffee and fresh fruit
• Office with a sea view

💬 Why Apply?

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants more ownership, closer involvement with engineering, and the chance to influence supplier performance and cost.