Supply Chain Manager Business Aviation Full time permanent - Oxfordshire. Our customer is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead and optimise our supply chain operations, with a focus on procurement, logistics, inventory management, and parts sales. This role is pivotal in ensuring cost-effective and efficient supply chain performance, compliance with regulatory standards, and continuous improvement in processes and team capabilities. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a commitment to operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Supply Chain & Stores Operations • Oversee efficient and cost-effective operations across procurement, logistics, warehousing, inventory, and stores management. • Ensure that all company policies and procedures are followed within the stores department and that regulatory requirements for storage facilities are fully understood, implemented, and maintained. • Oversee logistics and customs compliance for shipping and receiving, ensuring alignment with legal and regulatory requirements. • Coordinate various functions within the department, ensuring effective use of personnel, materials, and equipment while adhering to all airworthiness and safety requirements. • Manage incoming inspection, classification, segregation, and storage of components, materials, tools, and equipment according to manufacturers’ and regulatory recommendations. • Maintain accurate records of shelf-life materials, stores locations, batch numbers, and approved certificates. Supplier & Contract Management • Assess suppliers of both new and used components, identifying trends and opportunities for cost savings. • Monitor supplier performance with regard to cost efficiency, delivery, and turnaround times to ensure optimal value and service quality. • Negotiate contracts and oversee sub-contract orders, ensuring that contracts fulfil inspection and quality control requirements. • Identify opportunities within existing contracts to maximise value for the organisation and drive process improvements. Strategic Planning & Continuous Improvement • Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with the company’s goals, incorporating sustainability and risk management initiatives. • Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within the supply chain, stores, and logistics operations to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. • Drive initiatives for risk mitigation, including supplier diversification, contingency planning, and inventory management strategies. Compliance & Safety • Ensure adherence to all statutory and regulatory requirements, including health and safety policies within the stores team. • Lead mandatory and internal reporting, including accident and incident reporting, and ensure compliance with corrective action from audit findings. • Promote a culture of safety and ensure team compliance with health and safety regulations within the supply chain function. Leadership & Team Development • Lead, train, and evaluate the stores team, fostering a high-performance, safety-focused, and compliant work environment. • Provide coaching and mentorship to team members, encouraging continuous learning and qualifications enhancement. • Measure lost time and report all accidents/incidents to support a safety-conscious and responsive work environment. Cross-functional Collaboration • Collaborate with sales, marketing, and finance departments to forecast demand and plan supply chain activities in line with business objectives. • Serve as a key supply chain advisor across departments, ensuring integration and alignment with other areas of the business. Qualifications & Skills • Education: Qualification in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field • Experience: Proven experience in supply chain management, ideally within the aviation or a related technical industry. • Skills: Proficiency in supply chain systems, strong negotiation skills, and analytical ability to monitor supplier performance and market trends. • Leadership: Demonstrated experience in team leadership, with an ability to motivate and guide teams in a dynamic, safety-conscious environment. • Compliance Knowledge: In-depth understanding of supply chain regulations and industry standards, including health, safety, and environmental requirements. Contact Simon Portway for full and further details