Supply Chain Manager (Service Contracts) 18-month fixed term contract

About the Role

Supply Chain Manager

Full-Time, 18 Months FTC
Inchinnan, Hybrid working

Please note that this role requires SC clearance.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join us on an 18-month fixed-term contract, leading and managing all supply chain and procurement activities in support of key service contracts.

This role is critical to ensuring the timely, cost - effective and compliant delivery of subcontracted services, materials and equipment.

Working closely with operational teams, you will drive supplier performance, proactively mitigate supply chain risk, and ensure full alignment with contractual requirements, budgets and JFD's supply chain strategy, supporting successful operational delivery and continuous improvement.

The role will be based in our Inchinnan office with some travel in the UK as and when required.

What you'll be doing:
• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for service contracts, including RFQs, tendering, purchase orders and contract placement for services, equipment and materials.
• Act as the primary supply chain point of contact for service delivery teams, collaborating closely with Project Management, Engineering, Operations and Finance.
• Ensure all procurement activity complies with contractual obligations, customer requirements, internal governance and group supply chain policies.
• Proactively identify, manage and mitigate supply chain risks impacting cost, schedule or service delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors.
• Support supplier performance reviews, monitoring service levels, quality, delivery and commercial commitments.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency improvements and supplier rationalisation.
• Ensure accurate, timely procurement documentation in line with audit and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of supply chain strategies, processes and standard ways of working.
• Provide reporting and management information on procurement performance, supplier issues, risks and savings.

What we're looking for:
Essential
• Extensive experience in a supply chain or procurement role, ideally supporting service contracts or complex engineering programmes.
• Strong knowledge of procurement and subcontract management within regulated engineering, defence or manufacturing environments.
• Proven ability to manage suppliers, negotiate commercial terms and drive performance improvement.
• Experience identifying and mitigating supply chain risks affecting delivery, cost or schedule.
• Strong commercial awareness, balancing cost, risk and operational priorities.
• Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Self - motivated, adaptable and able to work independently in a fast - paced environment.
Desirable
• CIPS qualification or working towards.
• Experience in continuous improvement or lean supply chain practices.
• Exposure to defence or highly regulated service environments.

Why join us?
• Early finish on Fridays
• Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Cycle to work scheme, Company Pension, etc.)
• Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility
• Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions
• Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations

About us:

James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.

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James Fisher Defence (JFD), part of the James Fisher Group, is a global leader in underwater capability, delivering cutting-edge diving, submarine rescue, and hyperbaric solutions to both commercial and defence markets. Operating worldwide, JFD is the foremost provider of submarine rescue services and a trusted name in submarine escape training. We're also at the forefront of hyperbaric rescue innovation and a leading supplier of advanced diving equipment and saturation systems across the industry. Explore more about JFD

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At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.

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