£55,000–£65,000 per annum + benefits
Worcester
Site-based with travel required
Permanent, Full-time
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Strategic Procurement & Supply Chain Manager to lead sourcing and end-to-end supply chain operations for an established capital equipment manufacturing business.
You’ll be responsible for integrating planning, procurement, inventory, manufacturing and logistics, ensuring high service levels, cost efficiency and a resilient supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies across capital equipment categories.
Lead RFQs, negotiations, supplier selection and contract management.
Manage end-to-end planning, forecasting and S&OP activity.
Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships and performance.
Optimise inventory, logistics and customer fulfilment to improve OTIF.
Support CapEx projects with procurement, budgeting and supplier expertise.
Deliver cost savings, cost avoidance and total cost of ownership improvements.
Identify and mitigate supply chain, capacity and compliance risks.
Drive Lean, continuous improvement and procurement process improvements.
Use data and digital tools to improve supply chain visibility and performance.
Lead, coach and develop the procurement/supply chain team. About You
We’re looking for someone with:
Extensive procurement/sourcing experience, ideally within capital equipment or CapEx projects.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes including fabrication, machining, moulding and surface treatment.
Excellent commercial, negotiation and supplier management skills.
Experience managing strategic sourcing projects and supply chain operations.
Strong understanding of Lean and continuous improvement.
Excellent analytical, project management and stakeholder management skills.
Experience managing and developing teams.
A degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or a related discipline is desirable.
CIPS/CPSM or similar professional qualification would be advantageous.
Knowledge of GD&T, metrology and testing equipment would be beneficial. The Opportunity
This is a key leadership role with responsibility for cost, supplier performance, operational efficiency and supply chain resilience, with the opportunity to make a significant impact across a growing engineering and manufacturing operation
Salary description
£55000.00 - £65000.00 per year