Archer Mathieson is a leading UK provider of senior procurement & supply chain interim managers. Established in 1998 we have a first class inventory of interim managers and we are constantly adding new talent to our portfolio.

The assignment description below is an example of a previously filled position. If you would like to be considered as one of our interim managers please email your CV to: mail@archermat.com

Purchasing & Supply Chain Director

Working for a rapidly growing IT business with growth over 100% in the last year and further evolution planned out client's supply chain needs be in a position to support the demands of the business, the focus will be in efficiency and scalability.

Primary Purpose:

  • To be responsible for the strategic planning for supply chain, embedding robust controls and process improvement to increase efficiency and reduce re-work and diversionary activity.
  • To oversee the continued enhancement of the strong, sector specific purchasing skills existing in the business.
  • To develop the systems capability necessary for the scalability of the business to £500m turnover within 5 years.

Key Performance Indicators:

  • Streamlined purchasing & supply chain process through systems enhancement and upgrade, including extension of e-purchasing into seamless order integration process with suppliers.
  • High level vendor interface and negotiations on SLA’s and performance standards.
  • Margin enhancement through smart & skillful purchasing decision making
  • Leading, managing, mentoring and developing the purchasing & supply chain team including strong performance management across the two main sites.
  • Close control of stock holding and aging, whilst ensuring no adverse effect on customer supply and delivery expectations.

Person Specification

An experienced supply chain professional who can integrate into a fast moving and rapidly growing environment. You must demonstrate experience in the upstream and downstream elements of the supply chain to influence senior internal stakeholders, suppliers and customers alike.

Location:
Berkshire
Rate:
to £750 per day

We were facing significant challenges in scaling the business for rapid growth. AM were extremely swift and responsive, delivering quality shortlists of interim director candidates from whom we selected an interim CFO and interim Purchasing & Supply Chain Director. The impact of both individuals on the business has been significant in a short period of time.
HR Director, VC backed UK Technology business
Having worked with Archer Mathieson for over seven years, their in-depth knowledge of the market combined with a highly professional approach enabled us to recently recruit a very strong candidate for a senior finance director position.
Chief Financial Officer, Technology Group