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Benefits Package:

• £48,000
• Progression available up the ladder.
• Extremely stable organisation
• Excellent training scheme
• Pension

This company have a dynamic work environment, they believe in team work and trust, they would like creative minds and are always looking for innovation and new ideas. They are currently experiencing exciting growth plans with work orders and projects growing at a rapid rate, the company are looking to recruit a Head of Supply Chain to lead their growing team. The business supply their products worldwide with global reputable brand names and are currently going through A huge growth period which would make it an excellent time to be a part of this company.

 Role & Responsibilities:

• The Head of Supply Chain & Cost Management is a senior leadership role responsible for controlling material spend, supplier strategy, and cost performance across all manufacturing jobs.
• This role leads supplier negotiations on the company’s highest-value spend categories, managing the purchasing and production planning functions, and ensures accurate cost monitoring on all manufactured products.
• The position works closely with Operations, Finance, and Production teams to maintain strong margins, ensure material availability, and deliver efficient production planning.
• Maintain reliable supply of materials to meet production schedules.
• Improve margin visibility and cost control on all manufacturing jobs.
• Manage and support the Production Planner to ensure efficient scheduling of manufacturing operations.
• Ensure procurement processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with company strategy.
• Lead negotiations with key suppliers on major spend categories to secure optimal pricing, terms, and supply agreements.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities through supplier consolidation, alternative sourcing, and long-term agreements.
• Monitor and review material and production costs for each manufacturing job.
• Work closely with Finance to track margins and identify cost variances.
• Implement processes for accurate cost tracking and reporting

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Significant experience in procurement, supply chain, or operations management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong commercial negotiation skills, particularly with high-value suppliers.
• Experience managing purchasing teams and production planning functions.
• Strong financial awareness and experience with cost analysis and margin management.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with operations, finance, and engineering teams.
• Experience implementing ERP/MRP systems for procurement and planning.
• Experience in strategic sourcing and supplier contract management.
• Degree or professional qualification in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.