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Operations Manager | Recruitment Specialist across Finance and Fintech - International
Supply Chain Team Leader – Procurement Focus
Are you a procurement professional ready to take the lead? We're looking for a Supply Chain Team Leader to join our expanding team and play a key role in driving operational excellence across procurement, planning, and stores.
Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you’ll lead a high-performing team, manage supplier relationships, and ensure smooth, on-time delivery of materials that are critical to our production success. This hands-on role offers the perfect blend of leadership and strategic impact – ideal for someone ready to step up and take ownership.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Lead day-to-day procurement operations, supporting the wider supply chain team
Take charge of supplier performance and orderbook accuracy
Manage key suppliers across the full procurement lifecycle
Monitor and report on procurement KPIs, resolving performance issues proactively
Be the go-to for operational escalations within the procurement team
Attend production meetings to align supply chain with manufacturing goals
Coach and support your team to maximise efficiency and capability
Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline and improve supply chain processes
Step in to support the team during busy periods or holidays to ensure continuity
What We’re Looking For:
* Proven experience in procurement or supply chain – ideally with team leadership exposure
* Strong supplier relationship and orderbook management skills
* Knowledge of ERP systems like IFS
* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
* Confidently managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
* CIPS qualification (or working towards) is a plus
* Ability to gain relevant security vetting clearance
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a growing, collaborative team
* Opportunity to lead, influence, and grow professionally
* Occasional travel to develop supplier relationships and ensure delivery schedules
* Varied, hands-on role with real responsibility from day one
* Take the next step in your procurement career and lead from the front. If you're ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Administrative
* Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing, Engineering Services, and Technology, Information and Media
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