Supply Chain
We appreciate that a detailed understanding of supply chain roles and the various structures they fall within are essential to be able to support our clients with recruitment in this sector. We work with our candidates to provide challenging opportunities that support their careers across the entire Supply Chain.
The types of roles we recruit for include:
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Latest Jobs
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Strategic Purchasing Lead
£55000.00 - £60000.00 per annum
Bournemouth
Butler Ross are pleased to be supporting our client, a leading services and solutions provider to the marine and offshore industry, in their search for a highly capable Strategic Purchasing Lead (prior experience in this sector is not required!) This is an exciting opportunity for an individual looking to make a real impact at an organisation, where you can see clear results in the work you perform - as you will be taking the lead managing complex supplier relationships and contractual negotiations. The salary on offer for this position ranges from £55,000 - £60,000, plus benefits such as private medical and solid pension contributions. The role will operate on a hybrid-working basis, with time to be split between their office (Bournemouth area), home-working, and supplier visits - the model of which is open to discussion. Responsibilities Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for key categories, focusing on long-term value creation Leading supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management processes. Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships, effectively managing supplier performance Monitoring and managing supply chain risks, market trends and cost factors Managing internal stakeholders and collaborating across teams to align procurement strategies and project requirements Driving continuous improvement across the organisation, especially procurement processes, tools, and supplier performance. Ideal Experience Strong negotiation skills and commercial understanding Experience with contract management and service level agreements (SLA's) Prior experience with sourcing and supplier development Excellent supplier relationship management capabilities Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytic skills If this position is of interest, or would you like to request additional details, please apply via this advert or reach out to us, Butler Ross, directly. This position would be well suited to individuals who have previously held any of the below, or similar, positions: Procurement Manager / Purchasing Manager / Sourcing Manager / Commodity Manager / Supplier Relationship Manager / Contract Manager / Contracts Manager / Supply Chain Manager / Category Manager / Strategic Buyer / Lead Buyer / Procurement Specialist / Commercial Manager / Vendor Manager
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Quality Engineer
£50000 - £60000.00 per annum
Fareham
Are you a detail-oriented Quality Engineer looking for a new, exciting, opportunity? Butler Ross are currently recruiting for a Quality Engineer on behalf of an organisation involved in the defence sector. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual interested in playing a key role in ensuring high-quality product and project performance, compliance, and driving continuous improvement. This opportunity is offering a salary from £50,000 - £60,000 and will be predominantly situated at their site in Fareham. Your responsibilities will include: Review Quality Plans, FUDs, Inspection & Test Plans, and QA/NDT documentation Interpret codes, standards, and specifications to ensure compliance Collaborate with QA Manager and Project Leads on documentation and QA deliverables Ensure Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) conformity Conduct weld fit-up inspections and visual inspections Validate welder qualifications and ensure prolongation is maintained Perform cleanliness inspections and ensure material traceability Manage calibration control of inspection tools and equipment Ideal Experience Sector experience within any of the following environments would be beneficial; Defence, Nuclear, Automotive, Marine or Aerospace Project Quality and Quality Control experience Familiarity with ISO 9001 / AS9100 Proficiency in PPAP, MSA, GR&R, and process mapping Supplier development and document control experience Contract & Specification review skills (RFQ, Drawing Specs) Due to the nature of the organisation, position, and projects - you MUST be a UK national for security clearance requirements. Unfortunately individuals who can not be security cleared, will be unable to be considered. Please apply via this advert, or reach out to us directly to discuss any questions or request additional details. This position would be well-suited to an individual who has previously held any of the following (or similar) positions: Quality Engineer / Supplier Quality Engineer / Quality Assurance Engineer / Quality Manager / Supplier Quality Manager Quality Control Engineer / Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer / Quality Inspector / Quality Technician
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Production Manager
£45000.00 - £50000.00 per annum
Hemel Hempstead
Exciting new opportunity for a Production Manager to join a leading global organisation. This permanent role is based in Hemel Hempstead, offering a salary of up to £50,000. In this position, you will oversee the complete production process - planning, managing, and controlling operations to ensure timely delivery, adherence to budget, and the highest standards of quality. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in production within a manufacturing environment, demonstrating strong leadership and operational expertise. Role responsibilities of the Production Manager include: Developing, implementing and managing production plans and schedules to meet business objectives. Overseeing production budgets, product costing and estimating processes in line with business requirements. Leading, training and developing production staff, fostering a high-performance culture. Monitoring production processes, identifying bottlenecks and implementing efficiency improvements. Managing the allocation of resourcing including staff, fostering a high-performance culture. Person Specification of the Production Manager: Prior hands-on experience in a production role within a manufacturing setting, working with raw materials such as wood, metals, and other materials. Demonstrated success in team management and proven leadership capabilities. Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks. Proficiency in ERP systems or production management software. Salary Up to £50k This position requires full on-site presence This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within production as a production manager, production coordinator, production team leader, production scheduler, materials scheduler, materials planner, or materials manager
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Warehouse Manager
£50000.00 - £55000.00 per annum
Cheltenham
A global manufacturing organisation is looking for a permanent Warehouse Manager to join their team in Cheltenham, offering a salary of £55,000 + £8,000 car allowance. This position will be leading and developing the distribution centre so that the organisation can reliably exceed customer expectations and fulfil customer demand. The ideal candidate will have previous with warehouse and logistics management alongside strong managerial skills. Role responsibilities of the Warehouse Manager include: Lead and develop the Distribution Centre to consistently exceed customer expectations and meet demand through effective leadership and collaboration with key supply chain functions. Foster an engaged and values-driven warehouse culture focused on continuous improvement, career development, and operational excellence. Ensure health and safety compliance by implementing safe processes Maintain high-quality standards to prevent damage, delays, and disruptions, aligning with customer expectations and safeguarding brand reputation. Drive operational efficiency by removing barriers, optimising processes, and working closely with logistics partners and internal departments. Develop contingency plans and business continuity strategies to ensure smooth operations despite external challenges. Support talent growth by identifying skills gaps, conducting performance reviews, and providing necessary training for team members. Person Specification of the Warehouse Manager: Previous experience managing Warehouse operations including logistics and inventory Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills to inform strategic decision-making. Leadership capabilities in team management, performance coaching, recruitment, and talent retention. Ability to interpret data, derive insights, and implement actions to optimise supply chain and logistics operations. Airfreight experience advantageous Salary Up to £55k + £8,000 cash car This position requires full on-site presence. This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within Warehousing and Logistics as a warehouse manager, logistics manager, warehouse supervisor, logistics and warehouse lead, supply chain warehouse manager, distribution centre manager, inventory and logistics manager, distribution logistics manager, operations manager or operations supervisor
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Supply Chain Coordinator
£30000.00 - £31000.00 per annum
Swadlincote
We are seeking a talented Supply Chain Coordinator to join a dynamic manufacturing company based in Swadlincote. This key position offers a salary of up to £31,000 and the chance to make a significant impact on the company's operational efficiency. In this role, you will oversee the seamless movement of products and materials across the organisation. Your responsibilities will include strategic planning, supplier relationship management, inventory control, and logistics coordination. The ideal candidate will bring prior experience in supply chain management and possess a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement. Role responsibilities of the Supply Chain Coordinator include: Ensuring transparency and accountability by tracking goods from origin to delivery. Sourcing high-quality, competitively priced products while continuously analysing market trends and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Monitoring inventory levels to maintain optimal stock availability, balancing demand with inventory costs. Managing the transportation and distribution processes to guarantee efficient, cost-effective shipment handling. Ensuring all supply chain activities comply with regulations, maintaining accurate records of orders, shipments, and inventory. Person Specification of the Supply Chain Coordinator: Prior experience in supply chain or procurement roles is essential. Proven ability to manage multiple supplier accounts effectively is a must. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Ability to thrive and stay composed in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Salary Up to £31k This position requires full on-site presence with flexible start times. This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within supply chain or procurement as a supply chain coordinator, supply chain controller, supply chain planner, supply chain co-ordinator, supply chain team leader, account manager, buyer or junior buyer
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Production Planner
£40000.00 - £45000.00 per annum
Cheltenham
A renowned organisation is seeking a skilled Production Planner to join their team on a permanent basis in Cheltenham. They are offering a salary of up to £45,000, along with excellent opportunities for career growth. The successful candidate will take ownership of production performance, continuously seeking ways to optimise processes and challenge deviations. The Production Planner will collaborate closely with central functions and quality assurance to align production schedules with overall business priorities. Ideal candidates will possess proven experience in production planning within a manufacturing environment. Strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work under pressure are essential. Role Responsibilities of the Production Planner: Develop and refine production schedules based on demand forecasts, stock levels, and resource availability. Collaborate closely with central teams to ensure alignment and seamless workflow across departments. Identify production bottlenecks and inefficiencies; implement corrective actions to enhance output and reduce costs. Monitor ongoing production activities, ensuring deadlines are met and quality standards maintained. Address and resolve issues that arise during the manufacturing process promptly. Analyse production data to assess performance, detect trends, and generate comprehensive reports for management. Person Specification for the Production Planner: Proven experience in a manufacturing environment in a production planning role. Solid understanding of production processes, material flow, and inventory management principles. Strong organisational skills and excellent time management capabilities. Proficiency with scheduling, inventory management, and data analysis software. Effective communication skills, capable of liaising with diverse teams and stakeholders. Salary Up to £45k This position requires full on site presence This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within production as production controller, production planner, production coordinator, production co-ordinator, production specialist, production control specialist, supply chain planner, production operations planner, material requirements planner, material planning analyst, planning and scheduling analyst or manufacturing specialist
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Supplier Quality Engineer
£30000.00 - £35000.00 per annum
Poole
Butler Ross are pleased to be recruiting for a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) on behalf of our client operating in the marine sector. This is an exciting opportunity, suitable for someone new to the field or a an individual with previous quality inspection, or quality engineer experience. In this position you will be ensuring that all materials and components supplied to manufacturing facilities meet the organisations quality standards, and supporting these suppliers, helping them to develop and improve their quality systems and ensuring compliance to requirements. This opportunity is offering a salary of £30-35,000, and operates on a hybrid-working basis (2 days a week from home) with the remainder spent either in their office in Poole, or their facilities and suppliers internationally (20-30% of the time estimated)- making it a great opportunity for those who want to enjoy some time outside of the UK whilst they work. You will be joining a pre-existing team of 2, a Quality Manager and another Quality Engineer, who split the travel requirements as required. Desired Experience Attitude - Having a desire and determination and an interest in problem-solving is crucial; skills and knowledge can be taught! Some prior experience/background in quality, manufacturing or engineering Any familiarity with any quality systems, methodologies, controls, or processes - for example: PPAP, APQP, 5Y, 8S, 8D, ISO's etc. would be advantageous Key Responsibilities: Supplier Management & Development - Build strong supplier relationships with new and existing suppliers, conducting regular audits, assessments and performance reviews. Quality Assurance & Compliance - Ensure supplier compliance with company standards and regulations, reviewing control plans and quality documentation. Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement - Monitoring supplier quality metrics and solving supplier quality and non-conformance issues Cross-Functional Collaboration - Working with engineering, purchasing, production, and logistics teams. Documentation & Reporting - Maintaining records and reports on audits, non-conformance, corrective actions, and supplier quality performance If this opportunity sounds like something you would love to be involved with - please apply via this advert or reach out to us at Butler Ross directly, to discuss additional details and the application process. This position would likely suit individuals with a background or experience where any of the following may be relevant: Quality Assurance / Quality Control / Quality Engineer / Quality Engineering / Quality Management / Graduate Engineer / Mechanical Engineer / Production Control / Supplier Quality / Supplier Quality Engineer / Supplier Quality Development / SQA / SQE / SQD / Manufacturing Engineer / Quality Inspector /
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Purchasing Manager
£60000.00 - £70000.00 per annum
Cheltenham
A well-established manufacturing organisation are looking for a permanent Purchasing Manager to join their team in Cheltenham and are looking to offer a salary of up to £70,000 plus £8,500 cash car allowance. This position will be responsible for leading and developing a team of Buyers. Supplier Quality and Supplier Development and will ensure high performance, accountability, and effective collaboration across functions. Candidates will have previous experience within purchasing or procurement specifically within a manufacturing environment. Role responsibilities of the Purchasing Manager include: Serve as the primary escalation point for purchasing-related issues within the team, ensuring prompt resolution and fostering ongoing process improvements. Proactively manage risks within the supply chain by maintaining a robust feedback loop with GSC and senior management to mitigate potential disruptions. Develop and sustain comprehensive UK supply sourcing strategies with a strategic outlook spanning three years to ensure long-term procurement success. Assist Buyers in managing supplier relationships, promoting long-term partnerships, and ensuring supplier performance aligns with standards across Quality, Cost, Delivery, Innovation, and Sustainability. Support the procurement activities involved in New Product Introduction to ensure seamless and efficient sourcing processes. Lead continuous improvement initiatives by supporting and implementing enhancements to purchasing processes. Maintain supply continuity through effective operational oversight and swiftly resolving issues that could impact procurement efficiency or supplier performance. Person Specification of the Buyer: Demonstrated experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, with proven leadership capabilities within a regulated manufacturing environment Successful track record of spearheading purchasing transformations and managing complex project initiatives Expertise in managing commodities and supplier relationships across direct and indirect categories Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clear and effective stakeholder engagement Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP/MRP systems, supporting efficient process execution Salary Up to £70k This position offers 2 days per week WFH This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing/procurement or supply chain as a supply chain manager, supply chain specialist, procurement manager, purchasing manager, commodity manager, commodity specialist, sourcing manager, sourcing specialist, head of procurement, purchasing director, purchasing team leader, head of supply chain, supply chain director or supply chain team leader
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Quality Engineer
£45000 - £50000.00 per annum + Negotiable
Fareham
Are you a detail-oriented Quality Engineer looking for a new, exciting, opportunity? Butler Ross are currently recruiting for a Quality Engineer on behalf of an organisation involved in the defence sector. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual interested in playing a key role in ensuring high-quality product and project performance, compliance, and driving continuous improvement. This opportunity is offering a salary from £45,000 - £50,000 (with potential to exceed depending on experience) and will be situated at their site in Fareham. Your responsibilities will include: Review Quality Plans, FUDs, Inspection & Test Plans, and QA/NDT documentation Interpret codes, standards, and specifications to ensure compliance Collaborate with QA Manager and Project Leads on documentation and QA deliverables Ensure Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) conformity Conduct weld fit-up inspections and visual inspections Validate welder qualifications and ensure prolongation is maintained Perform cleanliness inspections and ensure material traceability Manage calibration control of inspection tools and equipment Ideal Experience Sector experience within any of the following environments would be beneficial; Defence, Nuclear, Automotive, Marine or Aerospace Project Quality and Quality Control experience Familiarity with ISO 9001 / AS9100 Proficiency in PPAP, MSA, GR&R, and process mapping Supplier development and document control experience Contract & Specification review skills (RFQ, Drawing Specs) Due to the nature of the organisation, position, and projects - you MUST be a UK national for security clearance requirements. Unfortunately individuals who can not be security cleared, will be unable to be considered. Please apply via this advert, or reach out to us directly to discuss any questions or request additional details. This position would be well-suited to an individual who has previously held any of the following (or similar) positions: Quality Engineer / Supplier Quality Engineer / Quality Assurance Engineer / Quality Manager / Supplier Quality Manager Quality Control Engineer / Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer /
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Production Planner
£40000.00 - £45000.00 per annum
Cheltenham
A renowned organisation is seeking a skilled Production Planner to join their team on a permanent basis in Cheltenham. They are offering a salary of up to £45,000, along with excellent opportunities for career growth. The successful candidate will take ownership of production performance, continuously seeking ways to optimise processes and challenge deviations. The Production Planner will collaborate closely with central functions and quality assurance to align production schedules with overall business priorities. Ideal candidates will possess proven experience in production planning within a manufacturing environment. Strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work under pressure are essential. Role Responsibilities of the Production Planner: Develop and refine production schedules based on demand forecasts, stock levels, and resource availability. Collaborate closely with central teams to ensure alignment and seamless workflow across departments. Identify production bottlenecks and inefficiencies; implement corrective actions to enhance output and reduce costs. Monitor ongoing production activities, ensuring deadlines are met and quality standards maintained. Address and resolve issues that arise during the manufacturing process promptly. Analyse production data to assess performance, detect trends, and generate comprehensive reports for management. Person Specification for the Production Planner: Proven experience in a manufacturing environment in a production planning role. Solid understanding of production processes, material flow, and inventory management principles. Strong organisational skills and excellent time management capabilities. Proficiency with scheduling, inventory management, and data analysis software. Effective communication skills, capable of liaising with diverse teams and stakeholders. Salary Up to £45k This position requires full on site presence This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within production as production controller, production planner, production coordinator, production co-ordinator, production specialist, production control specialist, supply chain planner, production operations planner, material requirements planner, material planning analyst, planning and scheduling analyst or manufacturing specialist
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