Supply Chain Security Lead

We’re partnering with a highly respected manufacturing business to find a Supply Chain Security Lead – a newly created position with the rare opportunity to build the function from scratch.

This is your chance to shape how a complex, autonomous manufacturing environment engages with vendor risk and third-party security — all while sitting shoulder-to-shoulder with experts in cyber, GRC, physical, and personnel security.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Head of Security, you'll be responsible for:

• Designing and delivering a supply chain security strategy from the ground up
• Leading third-party risk management using platforms like UpGuard or BitSight — or your own proven approach
• Driving supplier assessments, risk surveys, triage, and remediation
• Collaborating closely with procurement and broader security leads
• Helping align the business to future SoCI compliance expectations

This role is hands-on and strategic, offering full visibility across the organisation — from vendor onboarding to high-impact regulatory readiness.

About You

We're looking for someone who thrives in ambiguity and wants to own and grow a function. You might be:

• A current Lead or Manager in supply chain security or third-party risk
• Experienced in building security processes from scratch
• Comfortable working in environments that are still maturing
• From a manufacturing background (ideal but not required)
• An excellent communicator who can influence, engage, and adapt

Why Join?

• Greenfield role – design the function your way
• Collaborative team – work alongside passionate security leads
• Critical industry – tangible impact without the red tape of big banks
• True work-life balance – hybrid setup with parking and flexibility
• Long-term vision – this isn’t a stopgap role; it’s a build-and-lead mission