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Real Time Recruitment Solutions (RTRS) · 1 hour ago

Senior Supply Chain Manager

Real Time Recruitment Solutions (RTRS) is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager to enhance their supply chain and procurement strategies. The role involves leading supplier negotiations, managing inventory levels, and coordinating production schedules to ensure operational readiness.

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Hiring Manager
Liam Noble
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Responsibilities

Collaborate with internal teams to build and execute materials management strategies that support overall supply chain, procurement, and inventory goals
Lead supplier negotiations and establish long‑term partnerships that align with organizational objectives
Coordinate production schedules, material needs, and planning systems to ensure operational readiness
Maintain inventory at optimal levels, including the implementation of Just‑In‑Time methodologies where appropriate
Create and refine purchasing procedures, documentation, and workflows. Drive supplier and cross‑functional initiatives focused on reducing lead times, improving fill rates, enhancing quality, and lowering costs
Identify opportunities for process improvements; present recommendations, assess potential impacts, and execute approved changes
Review Material Requirements Planning (MRP) outputs for all product lines, generating and adjusting purchase orders accordingly. Communicate risks or discrepancies to relevant teams and suppliers
Monitor and ensure accuracy of MRP data, performing audits and updates as needed to maintain system integrity
Partner with Quality, Operations, Engineering, Sales, and external suppliers to resolve material and quality‑related issues
Evaluate new suppliers and materials alongside Quality and Engineering teams to support strategic sourcing initiatives. Manage the disposition of excess or obsolete materials
Oversee warehouse operations to ensure efficient storage, handling, and distribution of materials and equipment
Develop and implement logistics methods and policies that support cost‑effective material movement in and out of facilities
Analyze inventory, delivery challenges, and related performance metrics to recommend corrective actions

Qualification

Inventory managementSupplier negotiationsGlobal sourcingVendor managementMaterials managementLeadership experienceC.P.M. certificationC.P.I.M. certification

Required

5–8 years of experience in inventory management, purchasing, or materials management
Proven background in negotiating supplier agreements within cost‑competitive environments
Minimum 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience
Experience with global sourcing and vendor management

Preferred

Professional certifications such as C.P.M., C.P.I.M., or similar

Company

Real Time Recruitment Solutions (RTRS)

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Real Time Recruitment Solutions (RTRS): Driving Innovation with Specialist Engineering Talent Across Real-Time, Embedded, and Beyond.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
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