Supply chain manager

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TE Connectivity is hiring an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end operations in a growing aerospace manufacturing environment, onsite in Hastings, England, reporting to the Plant Manager and guiding 5–8 direct reports of supervisors and specialists. The role centers on mid and long term capacity planning, early risk visibility for customer care, supplier collaboration to resolve constraints, owning monthly SIOP, and optimizing inventory through SAP ERP. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in supply chain optimization, 5+ years leading teams of 10–15, aerospace high mix low volume experience, global procurement, and data-driven decision making. To apply, tailor your resume to SAP, SIOP leadership, risk management, and cross-functional impact, and include measurable improvements you’ve delivered.

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Job Overview

Join a high-performing team driving operational excellence in a growing aerospace manufacturing environment.

We’re looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead our end‑to‑end supply chain operations, ensuring we deliver safely, efficiently and on time. This is a key leadership role reporting directly to the Plant Manager, with responsibility for a team of supervisors, team leaders and specialists (5–8 direct reports).

As the business continues to grow, you’ll play a critical part in shaping long-term planning, improving performance and building a resilient, future‑focused supply chain.

Job Requirements

• Lead mid‑ and long‑term capacity planning based on customer demand and sales forecasts
• Provide early visibility of risks to customer care and sales teams
• Work closely with suppliers and partners to resolve constraints and maintain flow
• Own monthly SIOP reviews, ensuring clarity of demand, inventory and supply
• Optimise inventory through effective MRP parameter management
• Drive decisions on supply plans with plant leadership
• Escalate and resolve critical issues around capacity or supplier constraints
• Oversee supply chain operations including warehouse and dispatch
• Support continuous improvement, people development and quality collaboration

What your background should look like

• Extensive experience in supply chain optimisation and planning (8+ years)
• Proven people leader with 5+ years managing teams of 10–15
• Strong background in aerospace manufacturing
• Expertise in high mix, low volume environments
• Skilled in long-term capacity planning and data-driven decision making
• SAP ERP experience is essential
• Experience purchasing across a global supply base
• Familiarity with warehouse and dispatch operations
• Confident leading teams through complex operational challenges

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