Supply Chain Lead

Job Role: Supply Chain Lead

Location: Luton

Hours: 35 hours per week -Monday to Friday

At Innovus, we are committed to delivering market leading solutions and professional services. As a Supply Chain Lead, you will be contributing to our vision to be recognised as the market leading provider of services to the UK’s property sector.

We are proud to employ highly skilled, experienced and innovative people who deliver business expertise and services across the property industry.

Main Purpose of Job

The Supply Chain Lead is responsible for overseeing the procurement activities of the company, ensuring the acquisition of high-quality services at competitive prices. This role involves strategic planning, supplier relationship management, risk management, data analysis and the continuous improvement of procurement processes. A strong focus on supply chain analysis across our brands to help focus Innovus on shaping business strategy and potential areas of growth and opportunity.

The Supply Chain Lead will lead an established team of procurement professionals and work closely with other departments to align procurement strategies with overall business objectives.

Position in Organisation

The role reports to the Director of Business Services and will have 1 direct report, overseeing a procurement team of 10.

Main Responsibilities

Strategic Planning and Leadership

• Lead and manage the procurement team, fostering a growth and development mindset for direct and indirect reports.
• Identify business opportunities through the supply chain to support organic growth across the group.
• Monitor and analyse market trends to identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Implement procurement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage the procurement budget and ensure cost savings and efficiency.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
• Evaluate supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate supply chain risks.
• Work closely with key stakeholders in the Emeria group to understand and fulfil their procurement needs and business opportunities for Innovus.

Key Interfaces

• Internal departments and key stakeholders
• External businesses and organisations, in particular key customers and clients
• Emeria group business leaders and departments

Qualifications and Experience

• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking abilities to analyse commercial and business information
• Strategic Vision: Ability to develop and implement long-term procurement strategies.
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Collaboration: Excellent ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders.
• Integrity: Commitment to ethical procurement practices and compliance.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.

The Benefits

Our customers deserve the best and the same applies to our people. We’ll support you with all of the technology, training and support that you need to do your job well. We offer competitive salaries and a range of benefit packages. In addition to the core benefits, we also offer a range of exclusive discounts on extra benefits to help you and your family make the most of your money, safeguard your future and look after your health.

Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to promoting diversity at Innovus and recruit on merit. We will consider applications from job share applicants.

Innovus is an inclusive employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. If you have an additional need at any stage of our recruitment and selection process do speak to one of our team to let us know how we can accommodate you.

Ready to apply?

Click the below apply button to start your application for this role. We will ask you to upload your CV and answer a few questions. You may also be asked to complete verbal and numerical reasoning tests online.

Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

If you meet the criteria for the role, we’ll be in touch to arrange a short telephone interview and our shortlist of candidates will be invited to attend a first interview with the hiring manager and another member of our team.