Supply Chain Manager

Ref: AS5448651

Cheltenham, UK

£60,000

• Permanent
• Supplier Relationship Manager
• Procurement Expert
• Strategic Thinker

About the candidate

The candidate is an accomplished and motivated Supply Chain Manager with over five years of demonstrable success in the defence and technology sectors. They possess a strong foundation in supplier management and procurement, coupled with expertise in negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships. This individual is adept at tackling complex supply chain challenges and fostering cooperative partnerships to drive business objectives.

They thrive in environments that require analytical rigour and have a proven track record of enhancing supply chain processes and operational efficiencies. Their leadership capability is underscored by an ability to inspire teams towards achieving operational excellence, making them a valuable asset for leading supply chain operations.

What makes them great?

• Cost Reductions: Successfully negotiated contracts leading to a 15% reduction in costs without compromising on quality.
• Efficiency Enhancements: Instrumental in rolling out a new supplier management system that increased efficiency by 20%.
• Performance Monitoring: Implemented systems that enhanced supplier compliance and shortened lead times.

Areas of expertise

• Supplier Relationship Management: Expert in nurturing productive relationships with suppliers, ensuring a robust supply chain network.
• Contract Negotiation and Compliance: Skilled at negotiating favourable terms and overseeing contract compliance to meet organisational needs.
• Process Optimization: Proven ability to streamline procurement processes, achieving significant time and cost savings.