Assistant Procurement Manager (Project Supply Chain Manager)

Location: GlasgowTalented people are the key to our successAbout us:Come and work for a progressive and ambitious company which is also one of the most successful within the UK construction and infrastructure industry?   As a Assistant Project Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for sub-contract and materials procurement as well as vendor performance and relationship management. You will work closely with the Supply Chain Manager, Commercial and Project Management teams to ensure that subcontracts and materials are delivered on time, within budget and meet the required specifications. You will also be responsible for identifying the most appropriate procurement strategies and mitigating risks related to the supply chain function.  Key Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for the end-to-end subcontract procurement process, including high value / high complexity works.
• Manage and optimise procurement processes to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of works, goods and services. 
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors and suppliers to ensure that the company receives high-quality goods and services at competitive prices. 
• Identify and manage any performance issues identified within the supply chain
• Identify and mitigate risks related to the supply chain function, such as supply chain disruptions or quality issues. 
• Monitor and analyse key performance indicators to ensure that the supply chain function is meeting its targets and objectives. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration or related field (preferred).  
• CIPs level 4 or working towards (preferred)
• Previous experience in supply chain management, preferably in the construction industry. 
• Excellent working knowledge of the construction supply chain in the Scottish Central Belt.
• A good working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC4 would be advantageous)
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement supply chain strategies and processes that support business goals and objectives. 
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. 

Morgan Sindall provides national construction and infrastructure services to private and public sector customers across a comprehensive range of markets. We aim to create great results for our customers, partners and ourselves.  Our work focuses on delivering non-nuclear infrastructure activities in a nuclear environment both for civil and military customers.  Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.  In the recruitment process all applicants are required to provide the necessary right to work information and documentation.   Morgan Sindall has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CV’s from agencies. Please note that any CV’s submitted will be deemed as gifted to Morgan Sindall and any agency terms & conditions associated with the use of such CVs will be null and void.