Summary: The Supply Chain Expeditor role involves managing critical supplier relationships, particularly in motor assemblies, to ensure timely deliveries and resolve supply chain challenges. This 12-month contract position requires a proactive individual with strong problem-solving skills and technical knowledge in manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will act as a liaison between the business and suppliers, driving performance and contributing to continuous improvement efforts. Security clearance or eligibility for it is required for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the on-site liaison between the business and the supplier.
• Drive on-time delivery performance by monitoring and managing daily production and supply issues.
• Investigate and resolve delays, material shortages, and quality issues.
• Work closely with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Project teams to align priorities.
• Escalate risks early and follow up on agreed actions to ensure accountability.
• Contribute to root cause analysis and continuous improvement at the supplier site.
• Keep stakeholders updated with clear, structured reporting on supplier performance.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in supply chain, production control, or supplier management roles.
• Assertive and confident communicator, able to manage a challenging supplier relationship effectively.
• Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes - experience with motor assemblies is a bonus.
• Able to stay calm under pressure and think on your feet.
• Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative team player who communicates clearly and consistently.
• Full UK driving licence - travel to supplier site required.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Lichfield

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other