Supply Chain Manager (Scotland)

Supply Chain Manager

Location : Cumbernauld, Scotland

Sector : Rail / Civil Engineering

Are you an experienced Supply Chain professional with a passion for procurement in rail, civil engineering, and construction? This is your opportunity to become a vital part of our fast-paced procurement and supply chain team, supporting critical projects across Scotland.

The Regional Supply Chain Manager , will be responsible for overseeing and managing the regional supply chain in Scotland, ensuring productivity and efficiency. They will develop and maintain strategic relationships with key partners and suppliers while effectively managing performance. The role involves ensuring the team procures in an effective and timely manner, delivering excellent service and quality at the best price and value.

About Us

Join a dynamic procurement and supply chain environment that plays a pivotal role in supporting framework and project teams throughout the UK. Led by our Procurement Director, our central procurement team comprises Regional Supply Chain Leads and procurement professionals, including Assistant Buyers, Buyers, and Senior Buyers. We develop procurement strategies and execute day-to-day operations for a variety of contracts spanning rail, civil engineering, environmental, M&E, power & energy, and rail systems.

The Role

As a regional Supply Chain Lead , you’ll be a key member of our central procurement team, primarily dedicated to the Scotland region, reporting to the Procurement & Supply Chain Director. Your expertise in procurement will ensure seamless supply chain management while fostering positive relationships with key partners and suppliers.

Your responsibilities will include :

• Obtain and evaluate information to make supplier selections.
• Set supplier performance targets, monitor and review performance, collate and analyse data, and provide feedback with actionable improvement recommendations to AmcoGiffen, its suppliers, clients, and consultants.
• Manage relationships with suppliers to facilitate resolution of issues related to the company.
• Contribute to the development of the supply chain to meet medium- and long-term business planning objectives.
• Forecast category trends and developments that may impact the company and communicate these insights across the business.
• Support operational teams in tender submissions and projects regarding procurement approach, product specifications, supplier selection, and product costs.
• Assess the impact of client supply chain preferences and requirements on company activities, making strategic recommendations.
• Develop and maintain policies with clients and suppliers to foster enduring relationships.
• Build and maintain honest, respectful, and trustworthy relationships with colleagues.
• Facilitate introductions of colleagues to established client and supplier relationships in a planned manner.
• Promote the concept of ‘adding value’ within the procurement team.
• Lead and report on key supplier meetings.
• Oversee the recruitment, training, deployment, and utilisation of procurement staff.

What We’re Looking For

To succeed in this role, you should have prior experience as a Supply Chain professional. The ideal candidate will possess :

What We Offer

Take the next step in your career and join a forward-thinking procurement team driving success in rail and civil engineering!