Supply Chain Manager

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager (Construction)

Location: Cumbria (Hybrid/flexible working arrangements available – speak to your recruiter for options)

Salary: £65,000 – £70,000 per annum

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join a major long-term investment programme in the North West. You will play a pivotal role in developing sourcing and contracting solutions, leading procurement processes, and managing commercial relationships with strategic suppliers. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a high-performing team in a dynamic construction environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing and contracting strategies aligned with the Infrastructure Construction Strategy.
• Lead and manage the assigned team, creating an environment that enables success.
• Drive the sourcing and contracting procurement process, including tender pack development, evaluation, and award.
• Ensure the quality of sourcing and contracting documentation is of the highest standard.
• Negotiate and finalise contracts with the external supply chain.
• Manage commercial performance of contractors and contract delivery.
• Maintain and develop relationships with strategic suppliers.
• Coordinate end-to-end procurement processes, ensuring issues are communicated and resolved effectively.
• Contribute to bidding activities, ensuring budgets align with business objectives.
• Provide regular reporting on delivery progress and escalate issues as required.
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in supply chain within the construction industry.
• Detailed knowledge of JCT and NEC construction contracts.
• Proven experience in developing construction strategies.
• Understanding of procurement approaches, techniques, processes, policy, and strategy.
• Experience in contract and supplier performance management.
• Experience managing a team of supply chain professionals.

Desirable

• Client-side experience.
• MCIPS qualification.
• Experience in public sector or regulated environments.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a large-scale construction programme while leading a talented team of supply chain professionals.