Senior Project Supplier Manager

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Job Description

Job title : Senior Project Supplier Manager

Location: Newcastle x3 a week

Pay: Outside IR35


We are seeking a highly driven and resilient Project / Supplier Manager to take ownership of critical fabrication and machining work packages. This is a hands-on role requiring strong project management discipline, confident supplier engagement, and the tenacity to drive delivery against an extremely challenging programme.


You will act as the focal point between internal stakeholders and external suppliers, ensuring commitments are met, risks are controlled, and performance is relentlessly driven to plan.


Key Responsibilities


  • Monitor and maintain robust project plans, including expediting strategies and recovery plans where required
  • Actively expedite supplier activities, challenging assumptions and driving actions to maintain on-time delivery
  • Manage supplier performance, including escalation & resolution of any blockers
  • Communicate clearly and confidently with suppliers and internal stakeholders at all levels
  • Proactively identify risks and opportunities, taking decisive action to resolve issues
  • Maintain accurate reporting on progress, delays, and mitigation actions


What We’re Looking For


Essential Skills & Experience

  • Strong project management capability, with proven experience managing delivery against tight timescales
  • Demonstrable experience in expediting, planning, and schedule recovery
  • Solid understanding of fabrication and machining processes (e.g. machining, welding, assemblies, tolerances)
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and command respect
  • A tenacious, resilient mindset with the confidence to push for results
  • Ability to operate calmly and decisively under pressure


Personal Attributes

  • Commanding presence with the confidence to lead difficult conversations
  • Highly organised, disciplined, and delivery-focused with a focus on quality
  • Pragmatic problem solver with strong commercial awareness
  • Comfortable working autonomously while collaborating effectively with wider teams


Desirable

  • Background in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial supply chains
  • Knowledge of quality, inspection, or production control environments
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Location:
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Technology

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