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Supply Chain Manager

September 29, 2022 | Comments Off on Supply Chain Manager

Summary

Due to continual growth Gleeson are looking for an experienced procurement professional to join our Cumbria region and undertake the role of Supply Chain Manager. As Supply Chain Manager the main purpose of your role will be to manage the regional requirement for subcontractors in line the agreed business delivery programme(s). You will develop a structured supply chain appropriate to the current and future needs of the region and will concentrate on a quantum of our 'preferred' supply chain. As Supply Chain Manager you will be a key contributor to the P&L of the Regional BU.

Package

  • Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days per annum + bank holidays
  • Choice of company car or car allowance
  • Discretionary Bonus Scheme
  • Holiday Buy Back Scheme
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Private Medical Insurance Scheme
  • Healthshield membership
  • Life Assurance Scheme
  • Share Purchase Plan

Main Responsibilities

  • Recruit, procure, manage, and maintain 'preferred' group of regional resource to drive efficient delivery of WIP levels and ensuring continuity of service to the sites in line budgetary and forecast requirements.
  • Introduction of targeted key trades into the business via subcontract or directly employed.
  • Develop effective & collaborative communication and relationships with the supply chain on current and future build schemes.
  • Creation of internal division of key trades employed directly by Gleeson.
  • Develop and implement procedures and systems to evaluate and select subcontractors.
  • Develop and implement any framework agreements to ensure future delivery of 5-year plan and beyond.
  • Be an active part of the senior management team integrating and inputting into strategic plans.
  • Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities to streamline the procurement process and improve efficiency within these operations.
  • Carry out feasibility studies and promote business proposals of inhouse direct trades where the BU requires.
  • Develop and implement a system to ensure on time delivery of the right subcontractor, for the right trade at the right time.
  • Identifying and driving adoption of KPI's as they apply to our continuing delivery of WIP.
  • Management of subcontractor relationships and development of partnerships to ensure efficient continuity of service to our sites.
  • Negotiate, set up and maintain our subcontract database ensuring all are PQQ approved, and all relevant trade credentials and insurances are in place.
  • Drive cost savings and quality improvements.
  • Meet with the supply chain to discuss performance metrics and to provide performance feedback as well as providing longer term notification of build requirements.
  • Input into Development Budgets (in line with DLA) and ensure regional timetable is adhered to, ready for site commencement.
  • Vetting and preparation of Domestic trade subcontractor proposals. Ensure order placement ready to commence development (in line with DLA)
  • Vetting and approval of other subcontract proposals (in line with DLA).
  • Assist with Business development to ensure stability within the subcontractor base. Arranging events with both new and existing subcontractors.
  • Sharing good practice ideas/solutions across the Region & Division.
  • Site visits and operational meetings as required.

Ideal Candidate

  • Local knowledge of the Cumbria area
  • In depth knowledge and experience within a volume housebuilding company
  • A good understanding of all aspects of procurement and programming
  • Experience collaborating with Payroll and Human Resources devising payment structures and contract of employment
  • Effective communicator
  • Have excellent analytical & planning skills with good attention to detail
  • Strong personal organisational skills
  • Ability to work in isolation but also as part of a team within a growing business
  • Computer literacy especially in Microsoft applications
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