Supply Chain Manager
Posted 1 day ago by Scantec Recruitment
£62 Per hour
Outside
Undetermined
Chorley, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Supply Chain Manager role in Chorley involves overseeing procurement and supply chain operations within complex project-led environments, particularly in the engineering, nuclear, defence, and manufacturing sectors. This leadership position requires driving supply chain performance, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management, with a focus on hands-on delivery and cross-functional collaboration. SC clearance is preferred or the ability to obtain it is necessary for this contract position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the Procurement & Supply Chain team, ensuring the right skills and capabilities are in place.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to team members for continuous development.
- Deliver and maintain robust procurement and supply chain procedures aligned with best practices.
- Oversee end-to-end procurement activities, ensuring cost-effective sourcing and supplier management.
- Manage supplier assessments, onboarding, and performance reviews.
- Identify supply chain risks and drive mitigation strategies.
- Work closely with project delivery, design, engineering, and manufacturing teams.
- Support bid and estimating teams with procurement strategy input.
- Monitor procurement KPIs and performance trends for continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with company policy, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead supplier audits and manage resolution of non-conformities.
- Contribute to the wider commercial and operational objectives of the business.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience in a senior procurement or supply chain role within a project-based engineering or manufacturing environment (10+ years).
- Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience managing supplier relationships, contracts, and performance.
- Good understanding of ISO 9001:2015 and quality documentation in regulated industries.
- Chartered Member of CIPS or working towards.
- Degree qualified in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Project Management (desirable).
- Previous experience in Nuclear, Defence, or other regulated sectors (desirable).
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation (desirable).
Salary (Rate): £62 per Hour
City: Chorley
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: Engineering
Supply Chain Manager
Location: Chorley
Sector: Engineering / Nuclear / Defence / Manufacturing
Employment Type: Contract
Salary / Rate: £58- £62 per Hour
Outside of Scope of IR35 - pending determination
Clearance Required: SC clearance preferred or Ability to Obtain
Overview
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering client for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to oversee procurement and supply chain operations across complex, project-led environments. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving supply chain performance, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring value-driven procurement in line with regulatory, commercial, and operational requirements. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, delivery-focused role and enjoys working cross-functionally to influence project success.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Team Management
- Lead and manage the Procurement & Supply Chain team, ensuring the right skills and capabilities are in place to support the business.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to team members to support continuous development.
- Deliver and maintain robust procurement and supply chain procedures aligned with best practice and client expectations.
- Procurement Operations
- Oversee end-to-end procurement activities, from sourcing to contract award and supplier management.
- Ensure goods and services are procured cost-effectively, meeting technical, quality, delivery, and safety requirements.
- Manage supplier assessments, onboarding, and performance reviews across key metrics.
- Identify supply chain risks and drive mitigation strategies to ensure delivery continuity.
- Project Support & Commercial Integration
- Work closely with project delivery, design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to align supply chain activity with project objectives.
- Support bid and estimating teams with procurement strategy input on tenders and proposals.
- Monitor procurement KPIs, supplier data, and performance trends to support continuous improvement.
- Participate in client and contractor meetings as a key point of contact for supply chain matters.
- Compliance & Governance
- Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policy, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead supplier audits and manage resolution of non-conformities in a timely manner.
- Apply appropriate terms and conditions of contract, including client flow downs where required.
- Contribute to the wider commercial and operational objectives of the business.
Requirements
Essential:
- Proven experience in a senior procurement or supply chain role within a project-based engineering or manufacturing environment (10+ years).
- Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience managing supplier relationships, contracts, and performance.
- Good understanding of ISO 9001:2015 and quality documentation in regulated industries.
- Chartered Member of CIPS or working towards.
Desirable:
- Degree qualified in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Project Management.
- Previous experience in Nuclear, Defence, or other regulated sectors.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
To discuss this role further or to apply, please get in touch with Sha at Scantec. Email shas@scantec.co.uk or call on 0151 666 8929.