Supply Chain Specialist
1 day ago
Anord Mardix, a Flex company, is a global leader in critical power solutions. With facilities around the globe, Anord Mardix leads in critical power infrastructure, supporting a myriad of industries, from financial institutions to data centers.
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Job Summary
Anord Mardix, a Flex company, are a global group that manufactures switchgear and associated products for installation in mission-critical and live commercial buildings ranging from data centres to the international headquarters of some of the world's largest companies.
To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Supply Chain Specialist – Modular located in Kendal OR Blackburn.
Reporting to the UK Procurement Manager, the Supply Chain Specialist - Modular will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and cost-effective flow of materials and outsourced components required for modular construction projects. This role serves as the critical link between suppliers, sales, and project management teams—negotiating lead times and pricing, coordinating outsourced processes, and maintaining clear communication to support project timelines and commercial objectives.
What a typical day looks like:
- Negotiate lead times, pricing, and delivery terms with suppliers to meet project schedules and budget targets, both at tendering stage and after the job is won.
- Act as the primary liaison between Sales, Project Management, and Suppliers to align material availability with project timelines.
- Communicate project requirements and changes to suppliers in a timely and clear manner.
- Support project managers with supply chain updates and risk mitigation strategies.
- Manage relationships with outsourced suppliers handling fabrication, assembly, or finishing processes.
- Ensure outsourced activities are aligned with internal quality standards and project milestones.
- Track outsourced order progress and resolve bottlenecks or capacity issues.
- Assist in sourcing of new supply bases for competitive pricing, quality and reliable products
- Support NPI with product launches
- Complete ad hoc tasks as directed
The experience we're looking to add to our team:
- Typically requires a minimum 5 years of Supply Chain experience
- Experience in identifying and managing Supply Chain partners globally
- Strong negotiation skills
- Background in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering would be advantageous
- Proficient with MS Office, particularly Excel, as well as ten-key, spreadsheet (PC) and ERP software
- Posses' strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to read, research and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
- Ability to apply common sense comprehension to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
- Willingness to travel when required
What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
- An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;
A competitive salary and benefits package which includes:
A merit-based annual pay review
- Enhanced annual leave
- Employee recognition scheme and long service awards
- Referral bonus
- Volunteer days
- Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year
- Sick pay scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function
- Travel opportunities (role dependent)
Support in your well-being by access to
Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice
- On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders
- Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.)
At Flex, we welcome people of all backgrounds. Our employees thrive here by living our values: we support each other as we strive to find a better way, we move fast with discipline and purpose, and we do the right thing always.
Through a respectful, inclusive and collaborative culture, a career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your career growth and join our purpose - to make great products that create value and improve people's lives.
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LI-TONYHYNESJob Category
Global Procurement & Supply Chain
Anord Mardix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email
and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Anord Mardix, you must complete the application process first).
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