Strategic Supply Chain Manager – Major Infrastructure Projects

Role Overview

This position involves leading the development and execution of supply chain strategies for large-scale infrastructure projects within a prominent FTSE 250 firm. The role spans involvement from early stage bids through to project mobilisation, focusing on delivering major programmes across sectors such as rail, utilities, buildings, and civil engineering. The successful candidate will contribute to shaping procurement transformation and work collaboratively with commercial, engineering, and operational teams to create competitive and viable supply chain plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement strategic supply chain initiatives supporting bids and project execution for significant infrastructure programmes.
• Conduct early market engagement to evaluate supplier capabilities, capacity, and innovative potential.
• Establish and nurture enduring partnerships with key suppliers and delivery collaborators.
• Collaborate closely with commercial, engineering, and project leaders to craft winning bid strategies.
• Identify risks within the supply chain and devise mitigation plans to enhance project delivery certainty.
• Lead supplier collaboration efforts, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement.
• Promote adherence to governance and industry best practices in supply chain activities.
• Deliver insights and prepare reports on supply chain readiness, risks, and opportunities for senior management.

Requirements

• Approximately 5 to 6 years of experience in strategic procurement or supply chain roles, preferably in major construction, infrastructure, or civil engineering projects.
• Experience with public sector or regulated infrastructure clients is highly beneficial.
• Strong skills in relationship development, with proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and key suppliers effectively.
• Commercial acumen with a forward-thinking attitude toward problem-solving and process improvements.
• High energy, ambition, and the capacity to introduce innovative ideas within a team environment.
• Familiarity with supporting major bids, pre-construction processes, or project mobilisation is strongly preferred.
• Professional qualifications such as MCIPS or a degree are advantageous; progression toward CIPS is also valued.

Benefits and Perks

• Opportunity to join a rapidly expanding Major Projects team supported by ongoing corporate investment.
• Active participation in a company-wide procurement and supply chain transformation.
• Influence projects from proposal through to initiation stages, not just delivery phases.
• Engagement with infrastructure programmes of national significance shaping the future of the UK.
• Hybrid working model complemented by occasional travel related to project needs.
• Compensation package includes an annual salary between £65,000 and £70,000, a £5,700 yearly car allowance, a 10% performance bonus, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Additional Information

This role is based in the London area requiring onsite presence with some flexibility for hybrid working arrangements. Candidates enthusiastic about strategic supply chain management and eager to impact large-scale infrastructure projects are encouraged to apply.