If you're a Supply Chain or Supplier Development expert eager to enhance supplier performance rather than just manage it, this opportunity is for you.
We are collaborating with a prestigious manufacturer seeking to escalate delivery volumes while fortifying their supply chain operations. This role transcends mere problem-solving; it involves strategic supplier development, focusing on sub-assemblies and advanced technical components vital to some of the UK's most significant programs.
Note: Due to the sensitive nature of the work, it is essential to be a British Citizen or a dual national with UK citizenship. Security checks will be conducted.
What We're Looking For:
You should ideally possess a degree in a related field and have experience in high-tech industries such as aerospace, defense, or complex manufacturing. A knack for analyzing supplier performance, identifying risks early, and collaborating effectively to achieve improvements is key.
Essential skills include:
- Enhancing supplier performance using lean tools and techniques.
- Conducting capacity audits and identifying production bottlenecks.
- Managing supplier risk and reporting to program teams.
- Utilizing DMAIC and other methodologies to drive improvements.
- Working within international supply chains and complex sub-tier networks.
This position requires a balance between detail-oriented tasks and strategic planning—one moment you might analyze lead times, and the next, you could be mapping capabilities against future demand.
What’s in it for You?
- Competitive base salary around £50,000, adjusted for experience.
- Performance-based bonus up to £2,500, varying yearly.
- Combined pension contributions up to 14%.
- Flexible leave options, providing up to 15 additional days.
- Enhanced parental policies and well-being support.
- Relocation assistance available if you're moving for this role.
- Subsidized meals on-site.
- Opportunities for career development in a supportive environment that values its employees.
Interested?
If you're ready to embrace a role with impact, challenge, and support from a leading industry player, please reach out or apply to learn more.