Operations Director - Supply Chain Management (Construction Consultancy)

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

Reporting to the Global Procurement and Supply Chain Service Line Lead, this role directs the delivery of the Supply Chain Intelligence and readiness sub-service line across programmes, sectors and regions.

The role is responsible for ensuring supply chain capability is embedded within programme delivery, providing clear insight into market capacity, capability and risk, and supporting data-driven decision making through the effective use of digital tools, analytics and supply chain intelligence.

You’ll be responsible for:

Supply chain delivery and integration

Managing the delivery of supply chain intelligence and readiness services across programmes, including supply chain mapping and market engagement, capacity and capability assessment.

Supplier performance and insight.

Long-lead readiness and programme alignment.

Ensuring supply chain considerations are integrated into procurement strategy, packaging and sequencing.

Supporting end-to-end procurement and supply chain delivery from early strategy through to mobilisation.

Aligning supply chain approaches with commercial and contracting strategies to support delivery outcomes.

Programme delivery and operational performance

Oversee supply chain delivery across multiple programmes, ensuring consistency, quality and compliance.

Support programme teams in managing market constraints, delivery risks and supply chain performance.

Monitor market conditions to provide timely advice on supply chain risks and opportunities.

Ensure effective application of governance processes, standards and assurance across delivery.

Digital, data and tools

Managing the application of digital tools, analytics and supply chain intelligence platforms within delivery.

Supporting the use of data and insight to inform supplier selection, evaluation and performance monitoring.

Ensuring consistent use of tools, templates and reporting approaches across programmes.

Supporting improved visibility across procurement and supply chain performance.

Client engagement and advisory

Provide supply chain advice to clients, supporting decision making on procurement strategy and delivery.

Build strong working relationships with client teams and key stakeholders.

Support client engagement activities, bids and proposals.

Represent Mace in a professional manner across client and market interactions.

Team leadership and resource management

Directing and managing teams delivering supply chain and procurement services.

Providing guidance, oversight and mentoring to associate directors, senior managers and their teams.

Supporting resource planning and mobilisation across programmes.

Ensuring delivery teams are aligned to programme requirements and workload demands.

Collaboration and service line alignment

Working closely with global service line leadership to ensure alignment with agreed priorities and frameworks.

Supporting coordination across Strategy, Excellence and Delivery to ensure joined-up delivery.

Contributing to implementation of governance, tools and methodologies across the service line.

Supporting knowledge sharing and collaboration across regions and teams.

You’ll need to have:

Degree qualified in business, engineering, supply chain or related field.

Relevant professional membership preferred (e.g. MCIPS, RICS or equivalent)

Experience delivering procurement and supply chain services across major programmes.

Strong understanding of supply chain management, procurement processes and commercial strategy.

Experience working in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

Digitally competent with experience using procurement systems, data and analytical tools.

Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Effective delivery of supply chain services across programmes.

Strong integration of supply chain into procurement and programme delivery.

Consistent use of tools, templates and governance processes.

Improved visibility and understanding of supply chain capacity, risk and performance

Positive client feedback and contribution to programme outcomes.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.

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