Site Supply Chain Manager - Medium Site

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Job Summary

The purpose of this role is to lead a team of SCM professionals, deliver operational performance using SCM standard business processes and strategy. The scope includes Planning & Scheduling (SIOP, MPS, SFS), Logistics (Freight, Warehousing, Inbound/Outbound, etc.), and associated performance metrics (Delivery, MSA, Logistics costs, DIO, etc.) The role is accountable for the deployment and continuous improvement of Supply Chain Management standard processes. As a member of the site leadership team, the site SCM is the conductor for planning and logistics, ensures adherence to management process and alignment.

Job Responsibilities

For the Site:

• Role modelling a culture that is aligned to the GKN Aerospace value drivers and Culture Principles
• Responsible for providing a safe working environment for SCM employees and for all employees in the logistic areas (receiving, warehousing, material handling and shipping)
• Accountable for the management of the SCM team (leadership, target setting, performance review, talent management, organizational planning, recruiting/on-boarding, training and developmentÂ)
• Execute the Global Supply Chain Management Strategy
• Deploy, manage, monitor and improve planning processes (SIOP, MPS) within the site
• Responsible for the site Operations Supply Planning activities (SIOP)
• Facilitate the site Operations Supply Review (SIOP).
• Orchestrate the connections between Programme teams and Site team in relation to Daily execution, weekly MPS process and Monthly SIOP process (including Integrated Reconciliation at the lowest possible level)
• If the site organisation does not include a Planning Leader, responsible for the detailed execution of SIOP and orchestration of the MPS processes (that includes management of Master Schedulers and Shop-floor Schedulers)
• Responsible for the execution of:
• Plan Operations (SIOP Ops plan moving to IBP Supply Plan)
• Create Materials Plans (MPS, MRP)
• Create and manage master production schedule (MPS)
• Plan distribution requirements (Outbound logistics as required)
• Establish distribution planning constraints (Outbound logistics as required)
• Review distribution planning policies (Outbound logistics as required)
• Schedule production (MPS and Shop Floor Scheduling)
• Schedule production operations (Shop Floor Scheduling)
• Manage logistics and warehousing (all activities: receiving, internal movements, warehousing, shipping)
• All of the above having a direct impact on the site Delivery and Financial performance.
• Responsible for the site inventory strategy and performance (DIO).
• Depending on the size of the site, if the site organisation does not include an SCM Process & Tools role, responsible for uniformity, accuracy, stewardship, semantic consistency, and accountability of the organizations official master data in the local ERP and systems
• Ensures master data integrity in key systems as well as maintains the processes to support the data quality
• Responsible for data management, governance, and master data quality in conjunction with other functional data owners to ensure functional master data integrity across the operation of financial systems is consistent and meets stated business rules and requirements.
• Identifies areas for data quality improvements and helps to resolve data quality problems through the appropriate choice of error detection and correction, process control and improvement, or process design strategies.
• Provides assistance in resolving data quality problems through the appropriate choice of error detection and correction, process control and improvement, or process design strategies collaborating with subject matter experts (SMEs) and data stewards.

Job Responsibilities Continued:

• Responsible for the deployment and execution of GKNA standards (people, process, tools) and continuous improvement activities
• Responsible for the monitoring, review, analysis of SCM metrics
• Accountable for logistics activities (freight, warehousing, internal movements, inbound/outbound logistics) and the associated costs.
• Accountable for the total cost of the SCM function (headcount, budgets)
• Accountable for the development and execution of the site procurement strategy aligned with business, operational, and financial objectives.
• Lead and manage the Procurement team, including supplier management, sourcing, purchasing, and supplier development activities.
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships to ensure continuity of supply, quality, cost competitiveness, and delivery performance.
• Drive supplier performance management through regular business reviews, scorecards, corrective action plans, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead supplier selection, qualification, and contract negotiations to achieve best total value while mitigating commercial and supply chain risks.
• Collaborate with Programme, Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to support new product introductions, supplier transitions, and capacity planning activities.
• Identify and execute cost reduction, productivity, and value engineering initiatives through strategic sourcing, supplier development, and supply base optimization.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, regulatory requirements, export controls, and ethical sourcing standards.
• Develop and implement supplier risk management plans, including business continuity, dual sourcing strategies, and supply chain resiliency measures.
• Monitor commodity market trends, supplier financial health, and industry developments to proactively address risks and opportunities.
• Accountable for supplier quality and delivery performance in partnership with Supplier Quality and Operations teams.
• Lead quarterly and annual procurement performance reviews, including cost savings, supplier performance, inventory optimization, and working capital improvements.
• Support make-versus-buy decisions and long-term supply chain strategy through market intelligence and supplier capability assessments.
• Ensure procurement activities support inventory, cash flow, and working capital targets while maintaining customer delivery commitments.

Required

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, or Operations leadership within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating supplier contracts, pricing agreements, and long-term commercial arrangements.
• Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, cost management, and supplier risk mitigation.
• Experience managing supplier performance, including delivery, quality, cost, and capacity management.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence business decisions across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Program Management.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, cost reduction initiatives, and working capital improvement programs.

Preferred

• GKN Aerospace Experience
• Aerospace or defense procurement experience, including management of complex supply chains and regulated suppliers.
• Experience with long-term agreements (LTAs), supplier negotiations, and international sourcing.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CIPS, APICS CSCP, CPIM, or equivalent.
• Experience leading supplier development and supplier recovery initiatives.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS regulations, ITAR requirements, and aerospace industry quality standards.
• Demonstrated success delivering measurable cost savings, supplier performance improvements, and supply chain risk reduction initiatives.

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

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