Supply Chain Manager

Overview

Lead and optimise supply chain operations for energy services globally

Key Responsibilities

• supply strategy
• supplier relations
• logistics ops
• risk management
• continuous improvement
• quality assurance

Tasks

-Lead the development and implementation of supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives. -Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating strategic agreements for volume purchases. -Oversee logistics operations to ensure timely delivery while optimising costs and reducing emissions. -Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through contingency planning and alternative sourcing. -Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement across procurement, logistics, and inventory management. -Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate forecasting and alignment of supply with demand. -Ensure quality standards are upheld and foster a culture of innovation and improvement.

Requirements

• cips
• erp
• procurement
• strategic buying
• analytical
• supply chain

What You Bring

-Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills. -Willingness to travel internationally as required. -CIPS qualification and a relevant degree or HND are desirable. -Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement tools. -Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. -Proven experience in a senior supply chain role within the upstream energy sector (oil & gas, maritime, or offshore wind). -Strong strategic buying experience, including contract negotiation and supplier agreements.

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About James Fisher And Sons Plc

-Evolved into a global marine engineering powerhouse. -A global marine engineering powerhouse. -Fleet underpins ocean-going and coastal transport alongside specialized technical services across energy, defence, and renewables. -Pioneered heavy-lift sea transport and nuclear-fuel carriage in the 1960s, and later developed deep-sea rescue submarines. -Typical projects include offshore oil decommissioning, diving, and ROV operations, and submarine rescue missions. -With subsidiaries like Fendercare, Divex, and JFD, serves sectors from energy and marine to defense, nuclear, ports, and infrastructure. -In 2005, helped rescue seven Russian sailors using its Scorpio 45 submersible—an unusual highlight in its history.

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