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Supply Chain Manager

Location: Peterborough , England, United Kingdom, PE4 5HG

Company: Chart Industries

Exciting Opportunity for a Supply Chain Manager

As Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing supply chain strategies that will support growth in the HTO-UK business. You'll develop supply chain processes that will improve operational performance in each department i.e., reduce lead time of parts to customer, improve OTD, focused on cost saving, optimise inventory & improve ease of quotation / order placement. Implement standard processes across the main product groups. Work with Howden category management to develop a preferred supplier base (Including LCC) that supports the HTO-UK business growth.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week. We offer hybrid working for this role which will allow you to enjoy the balance of home working and collaboration time with the team in our modern, friendly offices which include free onsite parking.

Who are we?

Chart Industries is a leading global manufacturer of highly engineered equipment servicing multiple applications in the clean energy and industrial gas markets. In 2023 Chart Industries acquired the Howden Group, and the entire group is now represented in over 40 countries worldwide with over 11,700 employees. Our vision is to enable the vital processes of our customers and thereby promote a more sustainable world. Learn more about us at www.chartindustries.com.

Howden is a leading global engineering business who focus on providing mission critical air and gas handling products to our clients, helping them to increase their environmental and operational efficiencies. We recognise the value of people and truly believe that by working together, aligned to a common purpose, we all have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference.

What Will You Do?

• Partner with all teams/departments to develop supply chain processes that support business growth. Responsible for leading key Supply Chain initiatives within all projects.

• Responsible for setting the strategy for the Supply Chain function. Aligned with advanced procurement that supports cost savings initiatives.

• Support change management activities to ensure Supply Chain Strategy is executed and the associated benefits realised.

• Liaise with the Global Category Manager and coordinate activities as required to ensure alignment of global sourcing strategies with the needs of the NB and AM business.

• Benchmark external best practice and make recommendations for making continuous improvement to the supply chain processes.

• Lead negotiations and completion of contracts/supplier agreements.

• Responsible for “make or buy” decisions, where appropriate. Implement a rigorous and disciplined process for managing the supply base including leading periodic business reviews.

To be successful you must have …

• Extensive previous experience in Supply Chain, Logistics and/or Purchasing in a manufacturing environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or recognised qualification within Purchasing, Business Management, or related field.

• Experience in New Business and Aftermarket.

• Advanced knowledge of procurement principles, theories, and process.

• Experience demonstrates continuous improvement and deployment of lean within Supply Chain.

• Ability to influence.

• A strong understanding of ERP systems.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

It’s a bonus if you have (but not essential)…

• Degree + MBA

• Knowledge and experience leading Six Sigma and/or Lean project

• CIPS qualified

In Return, we offer a range of fantastic benefits:

• A flexible and supportive work environment.

• A competitive salary.

• Generous holiday entitlement package.

• Howden Pension Plan with Scottish Widows.

• Healthcare cash plan with Healthshield.

• Access to My Howden Benefits & Wellbeing Portal – Cycle2Work programme, range of discounts across various retailers, wealth of information to support health & wellbeing.

• Group Life Assurance plan at 3x salary.

• Group Income Protection plan.

• Opportunity to be involved in our ESG ‘Bright Future’ initiatives – STEM ambassador & volunteering.

• Dedicated Help@Hand Service – Free Counselling, Physiotherapy, financial support etc.

• Training & Development Opportunities.

• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental and adoption leave pay.

The Company intention in respect of recruitment, selection and promotion is to appoint the most suitable candidate for each job regardless of that person’s race, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age or disability.

Interested? We would love to hear from you! Please follow the link to our website to apply.