Supply Chain Manager
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Due to significant growth across our Transmission and Distribution UK business, Wood are seeking a Supply Chain Manager to broaden our supply chain and strengthen relationships with existing suppliers and subcontractors.
We are open to applications from across the UK to be based at any of our main offices in particular - Aberdeen, Glasgow, Darlington, Knutsford on a hybrid working basis.
The Role
The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for the leadership and management of the subcontracts and procurement function across Wood Transmission & Distribution providing all aspects of subcontract and supplier management. With an emphasis on civil engineering works, the role includes all aspects of subcontract management including identification and pre-qualification of new contractors to enhance Wood T&D's delivery capability, development and implementation of tender and commercial strategies, negotiation, reporting and bid support.
This role will be responsible for setting and delivering functional strategy and key functional / business objectives e.g. cost savings, working capital improvement, people development. Key aspects of the role include being responsible for adding value through identifying efficiencies, driving out waste and reducing costs from within the supply chain.
Our Clients and Projects
Designing the future. Transforming the world.
As a leading provider of engineering and construction services to the UK Transmission and Distribution sector, Wood are at the forefront of net zero 2050, with significant projects and a secured workstream for years to come. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to add value to our Subcontracts and Procurement teams to support our growing workload and to contribute to the increased network capacity required to deliver the UK government's pathway to 2030 and the transition to net zero.
What we can offer
- Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
- Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
- Competitive renumeration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
- Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), plus the potential for one additional 'flex day' per month. Further benefits include a generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
- Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
- Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
- Energy Transition Academy; join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems - delivered by experts in their field
The key objectives for this role are:
- Responsible for strategic direction of the subcontract and procurement functions and delivery of both short and long-term business objectives
- Broaden Wood T&D's supply chain to improve delivery capability and capacity
- Develop specific commercial strategies that deliver predictable outcomes and support business growth
- Monitor and in collaboration with site teams, ensure that the performance of each subcontractor is recorded together with explanations for any deviations from the performance anticipated from the contractor's tender
- Manage all commercial and contractual activities, supervising others as appropriate, concerning construction and services contracts
- Identifying resource requirements within the subcontracts team, ensuring operational and development needs are met
- Manage and provide direction in resolution of key subcontract risk and compliance issues.
- Promote safe working practices and always demonstrate safety leadership
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.
Expected:
- Educated to ISCED Level 6 (bachelor's degree or Equivalent) in business studies, law, engineering, quantity surveying, supply chain or similar discipline / CIPS qualified or industry equivalent
- Extensive subcontract experience demonstrating results and progression to a similar management position
- Previous experience in:
- Subcontract Agreements and Framework Agreements
- Industry forms of Subcontract, in particular NEC
- ERP systems
- Client contract requirements
- Supply Chain Principles and techniques
- Negotiating complex agreements
- Dispute and claim resolution
- Implementation of project supply chain processes and procedures
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Experience in audit and assurance
- Leading complex tender activities through to completion
- Mobilisation of supply chain post contract award
- Excellent communication skills, written, oral and presentation
- Maintains a strong network both within and outside of supply chain department
- Positively maintain relationships with suppliers, clients and other disciplines
- Strategic thinker contributing to the management and improvement of the overall function
- Strong planning and organisational skills
- Enthusiastic proactive attitude providing inspiring leadership
- Lead, manage, motivate and develop teams and individuals in a pressurised environment
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr
- Location:
- Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
- Salary:
- £80,000 - £100,000
- Category:
- Management & Operations
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