Senior Project Supplier Manager?? Location: Newcastle ?? Duration: 6 months ?? Rate: £50 - £90 per hour ?? IR35: Outside IR35The RoleWe are seeking a highly driven and resilient Senior Project Supplier Manager to take ownership of critical fabrication and machining work packages within a demanding project environment.This is a hands-on delivery role, requiring strong project management discipline, confident supplier engagement, and the tenacity to drive results against an extremely challenging programme. You will act as the focal point between internal stakeholders and external suppliers, ensuring commitments are met, risks are actively managed, and performance is relentlessly driven to plan.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor and maintain robust project plans, including expediting strategies and recovery plans where requiredActively expedite supplier activities, challenging assumptions and driving actions to protect on-time deliveryManage supplier performance, including escalation and resolution of blockersCommunicate clearly, confidently, and professionally with suppliers and internal stakeholders at all levelsProactively identify risks and opportunities, taking decisive action to resolve issuesMaintain accurate and timely reporting on progress, delays, risks, and mitigation actionsWhat We're Looking ForEssential Skills & ExperienceStrong project management capability with proven experience delivering against tight timescalesDemonstrable experience in expediting, planning, and schedule recoverySolid understanding of fabrication and machining processes (e.g. machining, welding, assemblies, tolerances)Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and command respectA tenacious, resilient mindset with the confidence to push for resultsAbility to operate calmly and decisively under pressurePersonal AttributesCommanding presence with confidence to lead difficult conversationsHighly organised, disciplined, and delivery-focused with a strong emphasis on qualityPragmatic problem solver with strong commercial awarenessComfortable working autonomously while collaborating effectively with wider teamsDesirableBackground in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial supply chainsKnowledge of quality, inspection, or production control environmentsContract DetailsInitial term: 6 monthsLocation: Newcastle (onsite / hybrid depending on project requirements)Rate: £50 - £90 per hour (dependent on experience)Status: Outside IR35How to ApplyIf you are a driven Senior Project Supplier Manager with strong expediting and supplier delivery experience and are available for a contract role in Newcastle, apply now for immediate consideration.Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.JBRP1_UKTJ