Supply Chain Manager

Role: Supply Chain Manager

Salary: £56,000 to £84,000 + range of benefits

Location: Aberdeen or Livingston

About Us

National Gas is securing Britain’s energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters that allow millions of homes and businesses to access the energy they need. We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.  

About the Role

We’re seeking a strategic and results-driven Supply Chain Manager to oversee supply chain operations across the Scotland & North of England region UK. This role ensures that sourcing activities and supplier performance align with both local needs and broader organisational objectives. 

You’ll be responsible for setting the direction of supply chain strategy, developing and implementing category strategies, and managing the full sourcing lifecycle - from market analysis and supplier identification to tendering, negotiation, and contract management.

Travel will be required to various sites within Scotland & North England region.

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What You'll be Doing

• Leading medium to high complexity procurement events in compliance with central processes and relevant legislation.
• Ensuring goods and services are procured efficiently and deliver value for money.
• Building expert knowledge of the local supplier marketplace and engaging with suppliers that meet regional requirements.
• Driving continuous improvement through supplier performance initiatives.
• Collaborating with central supply chain teams to align regional strategies with national goals.
• Sharing insights on market conditions and contributing to centre-led category strategies.
• Establishing clear communication channels and feedback loops across teams.
• Recruiting, coaching, and developing a high-performing team.
• Supporting team growth through mentoring, onboarding, and training.
• Fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.

About You

You'll thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and bring a strategic mindset to everything you do. You’ll a natural collaborator who builds strong relationships across teams and communicates with clarity and purpose.

You’ll be passionate about developing others and creating a positive, high-performance culture. You'll have the ability to stay focused on outcomes, adapt to changing priorities, and lead with integrity makes you a trusted and impactful leader.

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Key Requirements and Experience

• Experience in strategic sourcing or supply chain including a track record of continuous improvement and delivery of results
• Applicants must demonstrate substantial experience in leading and developing high-performing teams within a supply chain environment.
• Understanding and experience of key practices in full project/portfolio lifecycle supply chain management
• Good level of knowledge of contracting suites including NEC
• Experience in conducting supply chain activities inc. requirement definition, sourcing planning, supplier management, and competitive bidding
• Degree (or equivalent) in Supply Chain or similar discipline - desirable
• MCIPS Chartered (or equivalent) - desirable
• Full UK car driving licence

What We Can Offer You

Annual bonus of up to 15% based on personal and company performance

Company car if mileage requirements are met (10 thousand miles annually)

28 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra holiday days

Generous double-match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we'll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)

An optional flexible benefit scheme, including private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans, travel insurance

Death in service 10x your basic salary

Financial protection if you're unable to work due to long term illness or injury

Excellent family friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental leave

Professional development and career progression

Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24 hours per day

Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, relevant to your role

Inclusive Recruitment

At National Gas, we are disability confident, and we are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you need to perform your best.