Group Supply Chain Manager

Location: UK (flexible / hybrid working available)

Salary: \u00a375,000 - \u00a395,000 + car allowance + bonus

The Opportunity

I am currently working with a leading infrastructure and utilities business to recruit a Group Supply Chain Manager to support and enhance their procurement function at a strategic level.

This is a senior leadership role reporting into the Group Head of Procurement and Supply Chain, where you will play a key part in shaping procurement strategy, driving cost efficiencies, and leading a high-performing team across the business.

If you are looking for a position where you can influence business-wide decisions, improve processes, and lead from the front in a growing organisation, this is a strong opportunity to make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement procurement strategies, policies, and procedures aligned to business objectives

Lead and support a team of procurement professionals, driving performance and collaboration

Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers

Oversee supplier sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management

Drive cost savings, efficiency improvements, and value across the supply chain

Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for innovation and improvement

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives including supplier consolidation and global sourcing

Manage procurement budgets, forecasts, and financial performance

Implement systems and tools to improve procurement efficiency and data visibility

Collaborate with finance, operations, and legal teams to ensure compliance and integration

Establish supplier performance frameworks, including audits and continuous improvement plans

Requirements

Proven experience in a senior procurement or supply chain role

Strong track record of developing and delivering procurement strategies

Experience managing and developing teams

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Strong commercial awareness and negotiation capability

Ability to analyse data and drive strategic decision-making

Experience working in a fast-paced, project or infrastructure-led environment

Desirable

Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or similar

Professional accreditation such as CIPS (or working towards)

Experience implementing procurement systems or digital tools

What's on Offer

Car allowance or company vehicle

Bonus scheme

Hybrid and flexible working options

Opportunity to influence procurement strategy at group level

Long-term career progression within a growing organisation

To Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.