Supply Chain Manager

About the Role

Restart is the single largest employment programme ever contracted out by the UK Government, representing the most critically monitored and evaluated employment initiative in the country's history. Reporting to the Supply Chain Director, the Supply Chain Manager plays a pivotal role in the delivery of this high-stakes contract. The success of this role is critical to ensuring the programme meets all contractual requirements, managing the outputs and performance of a vast network of supply chain partners.

Directly accountable for leading a network responsible for delivering approximately 50% of the overall contract value (circa £20-25m per annum), the Supply Chain Manager ensures not only revenue-generating performance but also strict adherence to Customer Service Standards. The role is deeply committed to exceeding customer satisfaction measures and delivering on social value commitments. Supported by internal resources and guided by the Supply Chain Director, the manager oversees the direct performance management of all partners, their teams, and the 300-400 FTEs employed to deliver the contracted service.

The position requires driving continuous improvement throughout the supply chain to ensure year-on-year performance gains and effective collaboration both within the CPA and externally with other providers. A key aspect of the role involves working closely with the Restart Service Delivery Director to ensure Maximus and SCP delivery are complementary, fulfilling the commitment to create a 'Restart Alliance'.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

Maximus is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the recruitment process. We recognize that feeling included has a dramatic impact on personal wellbeing and are working to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment due to any personal characteristic. Advertisements for posts include sufficiently clear and accurate information to enable potential applicants to assess their own suitability.

We are a Disability Confident Leader, thanks to our commitment to the recruitment, retention, and career development of people with disabilities and long-term conditions. The Disability Confident scheme includes a guaranteed interview for any applicant with a disability who meets the minimum requirements for a job. When completing a job application, candidates can indicate if they wish to apply under the Disability Confident Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you meet the essential criteria, you will be invited for an interview. Your application details will only be shared with the hiring manager and the local resourcing team. Where reasonable, Maximus will review and consider adjustments for applicants who express a requirement for them during the recruitment process.