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Supply Chain Manager – UTEC Acteon’s Geo-services Business Line
UTEC, Acteon's Geo-services business line, harnesses data to drive decision-making, ensuring that clients' projects are optimised in terms of design, time, and economic value. Our approaches help maximise the understanding of the marine environment while guiding every decision from initial design to asset life extension stage.
About the Role
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimising the end-to-end supply chain function. You will support onshore and offshore operations by leading the logistics and procurement teams within the Europe-Africa region.
Based in Aberdeen, this role ensures the efficient procurement, logistics, mobilisation, and lifecycle management of equipment and specialised services provided by UTEC Geo Services within the offshore energy sector—covering oil & gas and renewables.
The position requires strong coordination with project teams, vessel operations, engineering, and external suppliers to ensure safe, on-time, and budget-compliant project delivery.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Supply Chain & Procurement
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for geotechnical survey equipment and subcontracted services
- Manage end-to-end procurement activities, including:
- RFQs and tender evaluations
- Contract negotiation
- Supplier onboarding
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, client specifications, and company procurement policies
- Drive cost efficiencies without compromising quality or operational reliability
- Monitor and optimise vendor performance
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Project Support & Mobilisation
- Collaborate closely with project managers to support onshore and offshore survey campaigns
- Plan and coordinate equipment mobilisation and demobilisation within the Europe-Africa region (and beyond as required)
- Ensure materials and equipment are available in line with project schedules and vessel mobilisation timelines
Logistics & Inventory Management
- Oversee logistics operations, including:
- Domestic and international shipping
- Freight forwarding
- Customs documentation
- Vessel loading coordination
- Monitor and manage inventory levels of critical survey equipment, spare parts, and consumables
Supplier & Contract Management
- Build and maintain key supplier relationships, including:
- Marine contractors
- Drilling service providers
- Equipment manufacturers
- Monitor supplier performance against KPIs (cost, quality, delivery, safety)
- Negotiate and manage framework agreements and long-term contracts
- Ensure alignment with HSE, sustainability, and regulatory standards
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure supply chain operations comply with offshore regulatory requirements and HSE standards
- Identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Support audits and maintain accurate documentation
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Team Leadership
- Lead and develop the supply chain team (buyers, logistics coordinators, warehouse staff where applicable)
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and safety
- Drive digitalisation and process optimisation initiatives, particularly within:
- ERP systems
- Tracking tools for real-time visibility
Requirements
Essential
- Proven experience in supply chain or procurement, preferably within:
- Offshore
- Marine
- Geotechnical survey industries
- Strong knowledge of offshore logistics, vessel operations, and project mobilisation
- Experience in complex, project-based supply chains in a time-critical environment
- Commercially astute with strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Familiarity with the industry supply base and the UK offshore logistics landscape
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Desirable
- Experience supporting offshore wind farm surveys or oil & gas site investigations
- Knowledge of geotechnical equipment
- CIPS qualification or equivalent
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
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