Supply Chain Director

17 hours ago


Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full time
Supply Chain Director Job Description

As a Supply Chain Director at Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), you will lead and shape our global purchasing function to effectively support a growing volume aerospace manufacturing facility. Your role will involve managing all lifecycle phases, from the development and introduction of new products through to the daily demands of the assembly line.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage a global Supply Chain service to be an effective and commercially focused department that can drive the business forward.
  • Develop and implement a procurement strategy appropriate to the needs of the business, both now and in the future.
  • Visible and proactive in supporting front line staff and their wellbeing, as well as nurturing relationships between Supply Chain and other functions across the business.
  • Work with colleagues within the business to improve the availability and quality of component parts, to help reduce WIP, increasing efficiencies/reducing space whilst also ensuring finished goods are available to meet increasing demand, focusing on stock holding control/ stock turn improvements and working capital/cash conversion cycle.
  • Build robust systems to ensure stock levels are managed to reduce/remove product supply risks, identified through robust analysis of sales, operations and financial requirements.
  • Develop and implement Supply Chain policy, processes and procedures to ensure good practice, efficient and effective workflows, utilising smart operational metrics and performance reporting.
  • Provide guidance and oversight for international and local import procedures and processes.
  • Aware of department risks, and actively manage these risks on a daily basis to mitigate any detriment to on time customer delivery.
  • Ensure the MRP system is maintained, and all data points within our ERP solution remain accurate at all times.
Requirements:
  • Significant experience in leading, shaping and managing a global supply chain team function, supporting a growth focused manufacturing business through the full product lifecycle.
  • Previous experience on an Executive Team/Board level leadership team, and confidently able to contribute meaningfully to strategic business discussions.
  • Proven leadership and management skills, with the ability to coach, nurture and develop talent.
  • Sound knowledge of legal frameworks, particularly contract law, and comfortable with contract negotiations.
  • Experience of international logistics, including global import/export practices.
  • Recent experience in a similar role operating within an aviation, ideally aircraft seating/interiors, or OEM automotive manufacturing business.
  • Previous consolidation centre experience within the supply chain.
  • Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply.

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Supply Chain Director to join our team. If you have a proven track record of leading and managing global supply chain teams, and are confident in your ability to drive business growth, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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