Supply Chain Manager Contract Jobs in Manchester
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Deputy Programme Manager (110757-0526)
Posted 1 month ago by University of Warwick
This role is for a Deputy Programme Manager at Warwick Business School, primarily responsible for providing high-quality...
- Rate £46,049 per year
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Coventry, England, United Kingdom
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IT Project Manager (BOXI / BusinessObjects)
Posted 1 month ago by Network IT Recruitment Limited
The role of Senior IT Project Manager involves delivering large-scale, business-critical technology and data initiatives...
- Rate £56,500 per year
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Standard Service Business Project Manager
Posted 1 month ago by Randstad Enterprise
We are looking for an experienced Service Contract Manager to oversee the delivery of Spare Parts and Overhaul services...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Lincolnshire, England, United Kingdom
Senior National Account Manager
Posted 1 month ago by MacGregor Black
Ready to take ownership of key national retail accounts within a leading FMCG business? This is a senior commercial role...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Greater London, England, United Kingdom
HMP Wormwood Scrubs Caseworker: Offender Management: Prison Offender Manager (Re...
Posted 1 month ago by HM Prison and Probation Service
The position of Prison Offender Manager at HMP Wormwood Scrubs involves managing and assessing low to medium risk prison...
- Rate £39,658 per year
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location London, England, United Kingdom
Global Offer Manager - Enterprise Operations and Customer Service (Temporary)
Posted 1 month ago by Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
BCG is seeking a Global Offer Manager for a temporary fixed-term contract to support two global offers within the Operat...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location London, England, United Kingdom
Technical Account Manager & Account Resourcing Lead (DV Cleared) | Hampshire | I...
Posted 1 month ago by LMA Recruitment
We are seeking two experienced professionals for the roles of Technical Account Manager and Account Resourcing Lead in H...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Inside
- Work type Onsite
- Location Hampshire, England, United Kingdom
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About Our Supply Chain Manager Contract Roles in Manchester
What does a supply chain manager contractor do?
Supply Chain Manager contractors are engaged to lead and manage an organisation's supply chain operations, taking accountability for the end-to-end performance of the supply chain from supplier through to customer, including procurement, planning, logistics, inventory management, and the supplier relationships and operational processes that underpin supply chain efficiency. The role requires the ability to manage cross-functional supply chain teams, engage with senior commercial and operational leadership on supply chain strategy, drive continuous improvement in supply chain performance, and manage the response to supply chain disruption when it occurs. Contractors are brought in to cover vacancies in supply chain leadership, to manage specific supply chain improvement programmes, or to provide experienced supply chain leadership during a period of significant operational challenge or transformation.
Supply Chain Manager contractors are expected to combine broad supply chain operational expertise with strong leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills. Experience leading multidisciplinary supply chain teams across planning, procurement, and logistics is expected at this level, alongside the ability to design and implement supply chain metrics and KPI frameworks that drive performance improvement. Knowledge of supply chain network design, inventory optimisation, and the commercial management of logistics and 3PL contracts is widely expected. Experience implementing or working within ERP supply chain modules, particularly SAP SCM or Oracle Supply Chain, is broadly assumed for senior supply chain manager roles in large organisations. APICS CPIM or CSCP, or equivalent CIPS qualification for procurement-focused supply chain managers, is well regarded.
What is the market like for supply chain manager contractors?
The Supply Chain Manager contract market is a consistently active and well-paying segment of the supply chain contractor market, driven by the commercial importance of supply chain performance and the consistent demand for experienced supply chain leadership that organisations cannot always provide from their permanent workforce. Retail, FMCG, pharmaceutical, and industrial manufacturing are the most active sectors. E-commerce growth and the operational complexity of omnichannel fulfilment have driven particularly strong demand for Supply Chain Managers with distribution and last-mile expertise. The ongoing supply chain resilience agenda is generating project-based demand for Supply Chain Managers who can redesign sourcing strategies, build inventory buffers, and diversify supplier bases to reduce concentration risk.
What is the contracting market like in Manchester?
Manchester has established itself as the strongest contractor hub outside London, supported by a diverse economy spanning financial services, technology, media, and the public sector. MediaCityUK at Salford Quays anchors a cluster of digital, creative, and broadcasting employers, while Spinningfields and the wider city centre house the financial and professional services concentration. Several major insurers and banks run significant operations from Manchester, and the technology sector has matured considerably, with both established firms and scale-ups competing for software engineering, cloud, and data contractors. The rate gap with London has narrowed over the past few years as employer competition for experienced contractors in the city has intensified, and for many disciplines Manchester now offers comparable depth of opportunity at a materially lower cost base.
How much do supply chain manager contractors usually earn in Manchester?
Contract rates for supply chain manager roles in Manchester typically range from £400 to £750 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many supply chain manager vacancies in Manchester are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 200 supply chain manager contract roles across the site, with Manchester accounting for a significant portion. Data reviewed up to May 2026.