Senior Supply Chain Specialist

We at Work Lyf Group are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Supply Chain Specialist to lead supply chain initiatives, oversee daily operations, and lead a small team. This role is responsible for optimising our clients end-to-end supply chain performance, driving supplier development, and managing critical contracts. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, analytical, and project management skills, with a proven ability to deliver improvements in complex, fast-paced environments.
Hybrid working, flexible hours
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Oversight

• Manage day-to-day supply chain activities including sourcing, procurement and vendor management.
  
• Ensure seamless coordination between cross-functional teams to meet operational KPIs (e.g., OTIF, quality, cost efficiency).
  
• Monitor and improve component availability, supplier performance and service levels.
  Team Leadership
  
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of 3 supply chain professionals.
  
• Conduct regular performance reviews, establish clear goals, and support professional growth.
  
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
  Project Management
  
• Lead and execute supply chain projects (e.g., system implementations, process redesign, new supplier onboarding, or cost saving initiatives).
  
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and resources in coordination with stakeholders.
  
• Track project milestones, manage risks, and report status updates to senior leadership.
  Supplier Development & Contract Management
  
• Develop strategic supplier relationships to improve quality, delivery, innovation, and cost-effectiveness.
  
• Conduct supplier evaluations, business reviews, and performance improvement initiatives.
  
• Negotiate, draft, and manage contracts with key suppliers, ensuring compliance with terms, pricing agreements, and service level expectations.
  Data Analysis & Reporting
  
• Utilise data analytics to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process improvement.
  
• Create and present actionable reports on key metrics, project progress, and strategic initiatives.
  Compliance & Risk Management
  
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations across supply chain.
  
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to sourcing, transportation, or global events.
  Qualifications:
  
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in supply chain operations, with at least 1 years in a supervisory or project management capacity.
  
• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
  
• Proven experience managing cross-functional projects using structured methodologies (e.g., PMP, Agile, Six Sigma).
  
• Excellent communication, leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Advanced Excel skills; proficiency with data visualisation tools is a plus (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
  Preferred Certifications:
  
• CIPS or MCIPS