Head of Supply Chain Management in Lincoln

Job description

Title: Head of Supply Chain Management

Location: Lincoln

Salary: Competitive

Elevation Recruitment Group’s Procurement & Supply Chain division are working in partnership with a key Engineering client to recruit a Head of Supply Chain Management.

This is a key leadership role overseeing all procurement and supply chain activity across a complex, low-volume, high-value engineering environment. The successful candidate will drive commercial performance, supplier excellence, and strategic development while mentoring a small, tight-knit team.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Hybrid / flexible working

• Company bonus scheme

• Life assurance cover

• Clear progression and succession pathways

The role:

• Lead the supply chain and procurement functions, ensuring efficient and value-driven operations

• Oversee procurement strategy, supplier performance, and material availability for projects

• Negotiate and manage high-value contracts and framework agreements

• Build strong supplier partnerships aligned to sustainability and quality standards

• Champion continuous improvement and data-driven decision making

• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Projects, and QHSE teams to meet delivery targets

• Support ERP system development for forecasting and reporting

About you:

• Experienced leader within a manufacturing or engineering environment

• Background in low-volume, high-value projects

• Strong understanding of commercial and contractual risk management

• Skilled in supplier development, negotiation, and strategic sourcing

• Able to interpret technical drawings and quality documentation

• ERP proficient with strong analytical and reporting ability

Desirable:

• CIPS Level 5 or above (or studying towards)

• Degree in Business, Engineering, or similar discipline

• Knowledge of import/export and Incoterms

• Experience in regulated sectors such as defence, oil & gas, or power generation

If you’re a commercially minded leader who thrives in a technically complex environment, contact Mike McVeigh at Elevation Recruitment Group for a confidential discussion.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Lincoln

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

06-11-2025

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English