Supplier Development Manager

Supplier Development Manager Location: Stevenage or Bolton (Relocation Package Available) Work Arrangement: Flexible - typically 2 days per week on-site Salary: Up to £50,000, depending on experience What We Offer: Company Bonus: Up to £2,500 (subject to company performance) Pension Scheme: Up to 14% total contribution (employer and employee) Paid Overtime: Opportunities available Flexi Leave: Earn up to 15 additional days Enhanced Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave; plus enhancements for paternity, neonatal, and fertility treatments Facilities: Excellent on-site amenities, including subsidised meals and free parking Training and Development: Extensive opportunities for career progression and personal development The Role: We are seeking a Supplier Development Manager to join our Sub-Assemblies team at ISP, supporting the ramp-up of deliveries. This is a dynamic and critical role where you will apply your expertise to enhance supplier performance, capability, and risk management. Collaborating across a range of UK programmes, you will navigate both mature and emerging technologies in a rapidly evolving environment. Your strategic approach will be key in driving supplier excellence. What We're Looking For: Degree-level qualifications preferred, with experience in international supply chain management within high-tech industries Expertise in supply chain management or supplier development within Aerospace, Defence, or Manufacturing sectors Proven track record of improving supplier performance (delivery and quality) using lean methodologies Ability to conduct capacity audits to identify key bottlenecks and manage sub-tier mapping activities Strong skills in managing a supplier portfolio, reporting performance, and mitigating supply chain risks Experience in process flow validation, lead time analysis, and applying root cause analysis techniques like DMAIC Competence in risk identification and the creation of mitigation and improvement plans Strong analytical skills, with the ability to provide executive summaries Desired Skills: Knowledge of business maturity, planning, control, and relationship management Strong interpersonal and networking skills SC21 Practitioner experience is desirable Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing abilities Results-driven and determined to succeed Security Clearance: Applicants must be eligible for UK government security clearance, requiring British or dual nationality. If you are ready to take on a fast-paced, impactful role, we want to hear from you! Contact Albe Zaman at (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information