Senior Supply Chain Manager

Description

Senior Manager, Supply Chain

Procurement & Vendor Management Focus

Salary

$8,000 - $9,000 per monthAdditional performance bonuses and benefits will apply.About the Role

For our client, we are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Senior Manager, Supply Chain with strong expertise in

vendor sourcing, supplier selection, procurement negotiation, and cost reduction initiatives

within manufacturing and industrial environments.This role will play a key leadership function in driving procurement strategy, supplier performance, commercial negotiations, inventory optimisation, warehouse operations, and end-to-end supply chain efficiency. The ideal candidate must possess strong manufacturing industry experience and a proven track record in achieving cost savings through strategic sourcing, vendor consolidation, negotiation, and operational improvement initiatives.Candidates with strong exposure in manufacturing, electronics, precision engineering, medical devices, industrial, semiconductor, or production environments will be highly preferred.Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the full spectrum of Supply Chain operations including Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Material Planning, Inventory Control, Warehousing, Logistics, and Distribution functionsDrive vendor sourcing, supplier qualification, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and vendor performance management initiativesLead commercial negotiations with suppliers on pricing, payment terms, contracts, service levels, and long-term supply agreements to achieve cost reduction and operational efficiency targetsDevelop alternative sourcing strategies and supplier diversification plans to reduce supply risks and strengthen procurement competitivenessIdentify and implement procurement cost-saving initiatives through vendor consolidation, strategic sourcing, pricing negotiations, and operational improvementsManage procurement planning and supplier relationships to ensure continuity of supply, quality compliance, and delivery performanceOversee warehouse operations including inventory accuracy, stock control, cycle counts, warehouse optimisation, and material handling governanceManage logistics operations, transportation vendors, freight forwarders, and third-party service providers to ensure cost-effective operationsDrive inventory optimisation and material planning strategies to minimise excess inventory and improve forecast accuracyCollaborate closely with Operations, Production, Engineering, Finance, QA, and Management teams to support manufacturing and operational requirementsLead and mentor Supply Chain, Procurement, and Warehouse teams to improve operational capabilities and performancePrepare KPI reports, supplier performance reviews, procurement analysis, inventory reports, and operational performance metricsSupport operational transformation, process improvement, business continuity planning, and supply risk management initiativesRequirements

Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or related disciplineMinimum 8 to 10 years of relevant Supply Chain and Procurement experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership roleStrong manufacturing industry experience is highly preferred, particularly within: Manufacturing Precision Engineering, Electronics, Medical Devices, Semiconductor, Industrial Manufacturing Production EnvironmentsProven experience in: Vendor Selection & Supplier Qualification Strategic, Sourcing Procurement Negotiation, Price Negotiation & Cost Reduction Supplier, Relationship Management, Contract Negotiation, Inventory Management, Warehouse Operations and Material Planning & ForecastingStrong track record in achieving procurement savings, supplier optimisation, and operational cost reduction initiativesExperience managing freight forwarders, logistics providers, and transportation vendorsStrong ERP / SAP / MRP / WMS systems exposure preferredStrong analytical, negotiation, stakeholder management, and decision-making skillsStrong leadership capabilities with experience managing Procurement, Supply Chain, or Warehouse teamsCandidates with stable manufacturing company tenure and strong operational leadership experience will be highly preferredPriority Candidate Profile

We are particularly looking for candidates who:Have strong manufacturing company experience with stable tenureAre highly experienced in vendor sourcing, supplier evaluation, and procurement negotiationHave proven cost reduction achievements through supplier negotiations and sourcing strategiesPossess strong hands-on operational supply chain leadership capabilitiesAre comfortable managing procurement, warehouse, inventory, and logistics functions within fast-paced manufacturing environmentsHave strong supplier relationship management and commercial negotiation capabilities