Carbon60
Senior Supply Chain Manager
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Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist
Location: Cheltenham
Salary: up to £55,000
About the Role
Our client is recruiting for a Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to join a leading organization operating within a highly regulated and technology-driven environment.
This role sits at the heart of bid and capture activity, partnering with Business Development, Programme, Finance, and Bid teams to develop competitive, deliverable supply chain strategies that support future business growth.
You will play a key role in identifying, engaging, and managing suppliers, ensuring supply chain capability aligns with both current programme delivery and future opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded procurement or supply chain professional who enjoys influencing strategy, negotiating value, and working within complex stakeholder environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a network of suppliers aligned to current and future business requirements.
- Support Business Development teams in shaping supply chain strategies for bids and new opportunities.
- Identify, assess, and engage suppliers, ensuring the right capability, innovation, and value proposition is incorporated into bids.
- Act as the primary point of contact for supplier engagement throughout the bid lifecycle.
- Assist with the development and implementation of contracts in line with procurement policies and governance requirements.
- Support bid planning, reporting, and governance activities to ensure delivery against deadlines.
- Promote responsible sourcing and social value initiatives across the supply chain.
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Requirements
Essential
- Previous experience supporting bids, proposals, or business-winning activities within a regulated environment.
- Strong supplier relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proven negotiation experience with the ability to deliver commercial value.
- Good understanding of procurement principles and contract management.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and influencing skills.
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Desirable
- Experience within defence, engineering, aerospace, or other highly regulated sectors.
- CIPS Level 5 qualification (or working towards).
- Commercial management accreditation (e.g., WorldCC).
- Knowledge of international trade compliance regulations.
Security Requirements
Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain UK Government Security Clearance (SC).
Benefits
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- Compressed working arrangements available
- Private healthcare
- Health cash plan
- Holiday buy and sell scheme
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Ongoing training and career development
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing organization
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