Supply Chain Manager
Location: Cumbria
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure delivers some of the UK’s most complex and critical infrastructure across six core sectors. From working on projects and long-term frameworks, we believe in connecting people, places and communities through responsible infrastructure. Our people are our business. We leverage their expertise to design and deliver safe, resilient infrastructure through innovative solutions. Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is part of Morgan Sindall Group plc, a leading UK construction and regeneration group with revenue of over £3 billion.
Job description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Supply Chain Manager to join our team. As a Supply Chain Manager, you will manage the Subcontract Procurement process from initial stakeholder kick off meeting to contract award including and managing EOI, PQQ, and ITT process, contractor evaluation and scoring, through to contract award. Develop and maintain strategic initiatives pertaining to PPP supply chain in line with the PPP supply chain vision and supporting the project teams at Major Projects in terms of the development and implementation of strategies required to achieve the optimum results.
Responsibilities:
- Manage multidisciplinary procurement activities from conception through to completion including managing the following processes in line with PPP procedures
- Expression of Interest/Sourcing of appropriate contractors
- Pre-Qualification phase
- Invitation to Tender
- Tender Evaluation and award
- Own the segmentation of the supply chain for their area(s) or sector(s), and input to the management of the database for the PPP, working closely with colleagues across the PPP Major Projects to develop procurement and supply chain strategies for specific products and subcontract packages
- Regularly review and refresh the subcontractor supply chain to ensure it continues to meet the needs of PPP and our customers
- Input to subcontractor selection and the development of project tender lists. Lead the development of supply chain bid input / responses
- Manage post award subcontractor assessments via Sourcedogg, engaging with relevant stakeholders to ensure performance of supply chain is maintained and monitored
- Deliver work that meets project requirements, customer satisfaction and in accordance with PPP standards
- Support project delivery and ensure the Supply Chain is safe and sustainable
- Seek out innovations to differentiate and improve PPP through engagement and interaction with our supply chain
Requirements:
- Membership of/commitment to or studying for Chartered Institute of Purchase and Supply (CIPS) qualifications or other relevant equivalent professional qualification
- Knowledge and/or a commitment to develop strong working knowledge of Open Journal of European Union (OJEU) and Public Contract Regulations
- Relevant experience in a procurement, supply chain or commercial role and knowledge of both subcontract and materials procurement practices and processes
- Experience of engaging with both existing and prospective suppliers and/or subcontractors; engaging and interfacing at senior management level
- Understanding of sub-contract and supplier terms and conditions and experienced in managing tenders/bids
- Management skills and experience with the ability to motivate employees to achieve high standards of compliance and to use judgement and make effective timely decisions
- Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and the ability to deliver projects to demanding deadlines
- Ability to work with senior management to set project and operational targets
- Excellent negotiation and diplomacy skills and the ability to make a sound business case to senior stakeholders
- Ability to work in a team environment contributing across multiple units or areas and to ensure standards and specifications are met
What's in it for you?
- Generous, incremental holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
- Family friendly policies and work/life approach
- Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
- Contributory pension scheme
- Annual bonus scheme
- Recognition scheme and long service awards
- Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance
We offer a share-save scheme, discounts like cycle-to-work and gym memberships, plus support services for colleagues and their families.
The application process
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK as a UK national.
Click "Apply" to upload your CV, provide contact details, and answer a few role-specific questions. Once your application is reviewed, our Talent team will notify you of the outcome. If selected, you’ll be invited to either an in-person or virtual interview via Teams.
At Morgan Sindall, we are an equal opportunities employer and Investors in People company, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace.
Morgan Sindall employs only those with the legal right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility is required during the recruitment process.
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Please note that any CVs submitted will be deemed as gifted to Morgan Sindall and any agency terms & conditions associated with the use of such CVs will be null and void.