Supply Chain Operations Manager

Morgan McKinley is currently working with our client, a leading organisation, to recruit an experienced Supply Chain Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, highly regulated environment and play a key role in driving supply chain performance, cost efficiency, and operational excellence.

The Role

As Supply Chain Manager, you will take ownership of inventory planning, procurement strategy, supplier management, and compliance. You will work cross-functionally to ensure materials availability, optimise supplier performance, and support the organisation's strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead inventory planning and scheduling in line with business demand and forecasts
• Manage inventory control, including forecasting, costing, and optimisation
• Monitor stock levels, aging inventory, and surplus materials, driving appropriate actions
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation and adherence to costing systems

• Develop and implement commodity and sourcing strategies
• Lead RFQs, tender processes, and supplier evaluations
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers and logistics providers
• Build strong supplier relationships and drive continuous performance improvement
• Monitor supplier KPIs and implement corrective actions where required

• Ensure compliance with SOX, CPSR, FAR, and DFAR requirements
• Act as the accountable person for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance at site level
• Maintain accurate ERP data and support audit processes
• Review freight costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction

• Develop and track KPIs to monitor supply chain performance
• Analyse data to identify efficiencies, cost savings, and improvement opportunities
• Support business case development for sourcing and operational decisions
• Produce reports and present insights to senior stakeholders

• Lead and develop a high-performing supply chain team
• Foster a collaborative and transparent working culture
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to achieve operational goals

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field
• 7+ years' experience in supply chain or procurement roles
• 4+ years' experience in a leadership or management capacity
• Strong knowledge of supply chain processes, procurement, and supplier management
• Familiarity with SOX, CPSR, FAR, and DFAR regulations
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience in aerospace or a highly regulated industry is highly desirable