Details:
- Salary: £70,000 - 75,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Glasgow
- Date: 6 days ago
Description:
Supply Chain Manager
Location: Glasgow / Central Belt
Sector: Civil Engineering | Infrastructure | MEICA
Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 Or £450 - £500 per day (Inside IR35)
Type: Permanent or Freelance
We're working with a leading infrastructure contractor to recruit a Supply Chain Manager to support a major infrastructure and construction project in Central Scotland.
This role will play a key part in managing subcontract and materials procurement activities, ensuring supply chain performance, commercial efficiency and successful project delivery across complex infrastructure schemes.
The Role
As Supply Chain Manager, you will take responsibility for end-to-end subcontract procurement, supplier performance and supply chain strategy across live projects.
Working closely with commercial, procurement and project delivery teams, you will ensure materials and subcontract packages are delivered on time, within budget and in line with project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Supply Chain Management
Manage end-to-end subcontract procurement processes, including high-value and complex packages
Develop procurement strategies to support project delivery and commercial objectives
Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of works, materials and services
Support contract negotiations and subcontract package managementSupplier & Vendor Management
Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and vendors
Monitor supplier performance and address any delivery or quality issues
Ensure supply chain partners meet required standards and project expectationsRisk & Performance Management
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks including delays, shortages and quality concerns
Monitor and analyse supply chain KPIs and performance metrics
Drive continuous improvement across procurement and supply chain processesCollaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Work closely with commercial and project teams to support delivery objectives
Support cross-functional collaboration across procurement, operations and commercial functions
Provide reporting and updates to senior stakeholders where required
What We're Looking For
Essential
Experience in supply chain or procurement management within construction or infrastructure
Strong understanding of subcontract procurement processes
Good working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC4 advantageous)
Strong supplier and stakeholder management skills
Excellent communication, negotiation and analytical skills
Knowledge of the Scottish construction supply chain marketDesirable
Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or related discipline
CIPS Level 4 (or working towards)
Experience working on major infrastructure or regulated sector projects
MEICA Experience
What's On Offer
Competitive salary / Day Rate
Opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects across Scotland
Long-term secured workload within a leading contractor environment (Minimum 5 years)
Clear progression and professional development opportunities
Supportive and collaborative working culture
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