Supply Chain Manager

My client is seeking a Supply Chain Manager, in Bedfordshire, to join a leading design and manufacturer of electronic systems. Your role will be to manage and oversee the smooth running of the Purchasing Department, ensuring team collaboration, providing quality customer service experience for both internal and external stakeholders while driving cost optimizations to achieve overall business strategy. Responsibilities of the Supply Chain Manager, Bedfordshire, include:Effectively manage the purchasing team covering the entire people management remit e.G. Conduct staff appraisals, return to work, authorise holidays etc.Develop critical suppliers to support business demand and reduce risk to supply.Maintain supplier scorecards and supplier relationships through visits and collaboration.Define KPIs for team and implement visual management cadence with team.Conduct supplier Audits in collaboration with Quality to ensure a robust supply chain.Manage Pricing Agreements and Service Level Agreements/ supplier contractsReview quotes and costing materials from suppliers to ensure best price. The Supply Chain Manager, Bedfordshire, will have the following:CIPS qualification Level 4 onwards.Previous experience of using MRP reporting to accurately schedule orders to meet delivery requirements and quantities.Experience in a manufacturing environment. APPLY NOW for the Supply Chain Manager, Bedfordshire by sending your CV to (url removed). ..... full job details .....