The role covers the activities across the following locations:

• Chelmsford: Focusing on Research & Development (R&D), Training, Testing, and Sales functions.
• Havant: Encompassing Purchasing, Assembly, Integration, and Testing (AIT), Quality Control and Assurance, and Dispatch operations.

• Manage and lead the SubConnect Sales team to maximise revenue and margin of UJ and related products by taking the lead with specific Customers and Tier 1 suppliers.  Manage sales forecasts and department overhead budgets, maintaining accurate records and invoicing of internal and external projects.
• Manage both internal and external HSE, Quality and Risk Management systems which includes the maintenance and implementation of company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with requirements for both internal and external audits.
• Implement, maintain and negotiate Long Term Supply Agreements (LTSA) where necessary to ensure smooth customer deliveries by supplying products on time to satisfy the customer requirement. Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships that allows the full traceability of kits, components and dispatch documentation.  Effective cost and quality control of the downstream supply chain.  Ensuring supplier selection is compliant with GMSL purchasing procedures and standards.  Maintain and ensure a rigorous stock management system.
• Ensure Havant site complies with CAA “Known Consignor” recognition.  Work closely with various internal stakeholders, including departments such as sales, marketing, finance, operations, and HR, to align objectives, streamline processes, and ensure the successful execution of projects and initiatives.
• Work closely with the SubConnect Managers at Chelmsford to ensure design drawings and specifications are accurate and NPI processes followed to ensure a smooth transition design to production and subsequent customer delivery.
• Develop within the company a “one system” approach to drive out duplication and inefficiencies.
• Oversee the transitions from Sage to IFS working closely with the transition team

• MBA or equivalent.
• Strong Mechanical and Electrical Engineering background is essential.
• Extensive experience in supply chain and manufacturing management.
• Proficiency in stock management and control, with familiarity in MRP systems like SAGE or IFS.
• Budgeting, financial management, and contract management expertise.
• Experience implementing and maintaining quality control and assurance systems.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure requirements
• Proven ability to manage teams across multiple locations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong report writing and negotiating abilities.
• Visionary mindset with a drive to achieve goals.
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Group Pension with access to Independent Financial Advisor
• Life Cover – inclusive with Group Pension Plan
• Private Medical Insurance and Medicash Plan
• Dental Scheme – at a subsidised cost
• Fitness Club Subsidy
• X2 Professional Subscriptions
•  Cycle Scheme – As per the green initiative, approved by the Government scheme
• Eye Sight Test contribution
• Perkbox - employee discount scheme along with a Wellness Hub
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• 25 days Annual Leave
• Option to purchase an additional 5 days annual leave per year
• Long Service Awards
• Reward & Recognition
• Referral programme
• Employee Assistance programme
• 3 paid volunteer days
• Free on-site parking - At all sites