Head of Sourcing and Supply Chain

Ref: AS6279408

Swindon, England

£50,000

• Permanent
• Automotive Supply Chain
• Strategic Procurement
• Supplier Performance

About the candidate

A seasoned supply chain and procurement professional with over a decade of experience across automotive manufacturing environments. They bring strong expertise in sourcing, logistics, supplier performance and operational improvement, with a background supporting global and regional manufacturing operations.

Known for being commercially minded and data-led, they are confident working with stakeholders across the business to improve supplier relationships, streamline processes and support transformation. Their ERP systems experience helps them make clear, practical decisions that align well with wider business goals.

What makes them great?

• Delivers measurable cost savings: Reduced material costs by around 15% through improved procurement and supplier strategies within an automotive manufacturing setting.
• Improves working capital: Helped reduce inventory holding costs by around 20% by implementing just-in-time inventory processes and stronger demand forecasting.
• Drives operational efficiency: Improved warehouse efficiency by reducing order fulfilment time by around 30% through better processes and vendor coordination.

Areas of expertise

• Strategic Procurement: Experienced in leading procurement activity, improving supplier performance and aligning sourcing strategies with wider commercial objectives.
• Supply Chain Optimisation: Strong track record of improving delivery times, reducing inventory costs and enhancing demand forecasting across manufacturing environments.
• Logistics & Operations: Hands-on experience coordinating logistics, warehouse processes and distribution activity to improve efficiency and service levels.