Supply Chain Manager
Full TimeJob Overview
Gardiner & Theobald is an independent construction and property consultancy committed to providing world class service to our clients. Our dedicated team of over 1,300 people delivers Cost Management, Project Management and Specialist Consultancy services from a network of UK and US offices bound by a common purpose - to build a better tomorrow.
We define our success by the value we create for our clients, the fulfilling careers we build for our people and our contribution to the communities we work in. Our own long-term business performance aligns profit with purpose, taking social and environmental responsibility for our actions and the legacy we leave behind.
People are central to our mission. Rewarding individuals based on their unique abilities, talent and hard work, we believe in the quality of experiences and investing in a collaborative culture where all can thrive.
About the Role
As a Supply Chain Manager, you will play a central role in helping clients achieve successful project outcomes through the delivery of tailored supply chain strategies. Working directly with senior client stakeholders, you will provide market insight, identify risks and opportunities, and translate complex data into actionable solutions that support decision-making.
This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference to major infrastructure and construction projects, ensuring clients gain early visibility of supply chain capability and resilience. You will be a trusted advisor who brings clarity, structure and assurance to supply chain planning, procurement and delivery, enabling clients to meet their objectives with confidence.
Responsibilities:
As a Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for:
This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference to major infrastructure and construction projects, ensuring clients gain early visibility of supply chain capability and resilience. You will be a trusted advisor who brings clarity, structure and assurance to supply chain planning, procurement and delivery, enabling clients to meet their objectives with confidence.
Responsibilities:
As a Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for:
- Leading the delivery of supply chain appetite and capability assessments and supplier engagement exercises.
- Undertaking detailed supply chain analysis and translating findings into actionable strategies.
- Managing market engagement mechanisms including surveys, supplier consultations and workshops.
- Supporting supply chain management and procurement strategy development, ensuring alignment with client objectives and industry best practice.
- Leading development of interactive supply chain dashboards and tools (Excel, Power BI) that provide actionable insights for clients.
- Guiding and mentoring junior team members, providing direction and feedback.
- Contributing to business development activities and supporting submissions and creation of business development material.
About You
- Degree qualified, with experience in supply chain, procurement, commercial management or related functions, preferably within the construction or infrastructure sector
- Strong experience in analysing supplier markets, risks and opportunities within the built environment.
- Confident communicator with the ability to build client and supplier relationships.
- Experience with data tools such as Power BI and Excel to inform supply chain decisions, develop interactive dashboards and provide management insights,
- Proven ability to manage time and deliver outputs across multiple projects simultaneously.
- Demonstrable interest in wider industry issues, construction markets and supply chain innovation.
- Ambitious and self-motivated, with the confidence to contribute ideas and challenge thinking constructively.