The Group Supply Chain Manager is a key member of the Group Operations Team and will be responsible for overseeing the purchase and supply of the company’s rental and sales equipment; seeking opportunities to reduce costs and add value to the supply chain through the management of global manufacturers and suppliers.

Your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing procurement objectives; ensuring compliance with company strategy and delivering agreeing targets / budget.
• Ensuring there is capacity, contingency and flexibility with suppliers to meet the needs of the business.
• Identifying areas of improvement with existing manufacturers.
• Reporting on key cost indices to track changes in regional manufacturing costs.
• Managing freight contracts and monitoring supplier performance.
• Managing technical resources, ensuring accurate and timely deliver of RFQs, modifications and new designs.
• Developing positive, long-term relationships with internal customers and manufacturers.
• Providing training and support to team members (locally and globally).

Applicants to this position should will ideally offer experience in a similar position, ideally coupled with demonstrable project management and mechanical engineering experience. A CIPS Diploma (or equivalent) would be preferred.