Senior Supply Chain Manager

Caterpillar; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major global manufacturer based in the United Kingdom is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead organizational design and strategy. The role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills along with proven experience in supply chain operations. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with sales and operations planning processes, achieving key performance metrics, and driving transformational activities. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in inventory management, logistics, and Six Sigma methodologies, along with excellent leadership capabilities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Up to 31% annual bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Stock Options

Monthly Car Cash Allowance

Optional flexible benefits

Contributory share scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Supply Chain or Operations environment.
• Experience in inventory management, purchasing, and logistics.
• Strong knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean principles.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to business unit goals as a member of the leadership team.
• Develop supply chain organizational design and long-term strategy.
• Lead and sustain category strategies with deep category knowledge.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Business acumen

Education

APICS CPIM or CSCP Certification

Job description

* 25 days annual leave* Up to 31% annual bonus* Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%* Stock Options* Monthly Car Cash Allowance* Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution.* Optional flexible benefits including access to family health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.* Contribute to business unit goals and strategy as part of the Business Unit Leadership Team.* Develop the supply chain organizational design and long‑term strategy.* Lead and sustain category strategies through deep category knowledge.* Support facility Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process and ensure process compliance.* Ensure alignment of supply chain and sourcing strategies with global sourcing plans.* Achieve PQVC targets and key enterprise supply chain metrics (e.g., inventory turns, committed ship date performance).* Knowledge and experience with 6 Sigma and Lean* APICS CPIM or CSCP National Certification desirable* Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills* Develop and deploy creative / original solutions to complex problems* High level of business acumen, with the ability to lead large-scale enterprise transformation activities for a business division* Ability to translate strategic vision to actionable performance* Ability to establish and monitor policies and guidelines* Thorough understanding of best practice supply chain policies and procedures* Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills* Extensive experience in Supply Chain or Operations environment* Experience in inventory management and control, purchasing, parts distribution and/or supply chain/logistics is highly desired.* Experience in information technology, modern supply chain & logistics concepts, global purchasing, operations and / or quality is desired.* Evidence of delivering significant safety improvements in an operations environment