Title: Head of Supply Chain Management
Location: Lincoln
Salary: Competitive
Elevation Recruitment Group’s Procurement & Supply Chain division are working in partnership with a key Engineering client to recruit a Head of Supply Chain Management.
This is a key leadership role overseeing all procurement and supply chain activity across a complex, low-volume, high-value engineering environment. The successful candidate will drive commercial performance, supplier excellence, and strategic development while mentoring a small, tight-knit team.
What’s on offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Hybrid / flexible working
- Company bonus scheme
- Life assurance cover
- Clear progression and succession pathways
The role
- Lead the supply chain and procurement functions, ensuring efficient and value-driven operations
- Oversee procurement strategy, supplier performance, and material availability for projects
- Negotiate and manage high-value contracts and framework agreements
- Build strong supplier partnerships aligned to sustainability and quality standards
- Champion continuous improvement and data-driven decision making
- Collaborate closely with Engineering, Projects, and QHSE teams to meet delivery targets
- Support ERP system development for forecasting and reporting
About you
- Experienced leader within a manufacturing or engineering environment
- Background in low-volume, high-value projects
- Strong understanding of commercial and contractual risk management
- Skilled in supplier development, negotiation, and strategic sourcing
- Able to interpret technical drawings and quality documentation
- ERP proficient with strong analytical and reporting ability
Desirable
- CIPS Level 5 or above (or studying towards)
- Degree in Business, Engineering, or similar discipline
- Knowledge of import/export and Incoterms
- Experience in regulated sectors such as defence, oil & gas, or power generation
If you’re a commercially minded leader who thrives in a technically complex environment, contact Mike McVeigh at Elevation Recruitment Group for a confidential discussion.