Supply Chain Manager - Strategy - Barrow-In-Furness - 6 months - £53.24ph Umbrella/ £39.51ph PAYE (Inside IR35)

1-2 days a week on site

Key skills required for this role

supply chain manager, supply chain, category management, procurement, procurement strategies

Important

Supply Chain Manager - Strategy

Our client BAE Systems is currently seeking a Supply Chain Manager - Strategy to join their dynamic team in the Defence & Security sector, operating out of Barrow-in-Furness. This is a 6 month contract role, requiring 1-2 days onsite per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Effectively managing categories, specifically electrical systems and equipment
• Interfacing with internal customers to ensure smooth operations
• Providing leadership and coaching to 1 or 2 direct reports
• Implementing change management and continuous improvement initiatives
• Influencing stakeholders through effective negotiation and communication
• Supporting multiple build lines and managing major equipment design and development

Job Requirements:

• Experience in supply chain management, particularly within electrical systems and equipment
• Understanding of the Defence, Aerospace, Construction, Major Infrastructure, Oil & Gas, or Nuclear sectors
• Proficient in managing and coaching team members
• Experience with change management and continuous improvement strategies
• Strong stakeholder negotiation and influencing skills
• CIPS or APM qualifications are desirable but not essential

Additional Information:

• You will work across three major projects, contributing to a decades-long order book into the 2050s
• The team is relatively new and evolving, providing a dynamic work environment

If you are an experienced Supply Chain Manager with a strategic mindset and strong experience in the Defence & Security sector, we would like to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative and growing team in Barrow-in-Furness.

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