Supply Chain Project Specialist

Supply Chain Project Specialist Job Profile

About the Company

Controlled Environments Company (CEC) is a single source supplier and solutions provider to customers operating in critically clean and controlled environments. Established in 1996, the company supports some of the world’s largest multinational manufacturers across the microelectronics, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, life science, and medical device industries.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Supply Chain Project Specialist to support the performance and continuous improvement of operations across key customer accounts. The role will combine operational analysis with hands-on improvement activity, focusing on performance, cost reduction, materials planning, process improvement and the effective use of technology. Working with senior account leadership, operational teams and customer stakeholders, the role will use data and operational insight to identify opportunities and turn them into practical, measurable improvements. A key focus will also be on using automation, AI and existing systems to improve efficiency, visibility and consistency.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive and develop operational reporting, dashboards and performance information for internal teams and customer stakeholders.
• Establish and refine KPIs to improve visibility of performance, highlight trends and identify areas requiring action.
• Provide analysis and insight in response to customer, management and operational requirements.
• Use operational and commercial data to identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency and improved ways of working.
• Manage key project and program roadmaps, working with Senior Management to track project deliverables, cost saving initiatives, benefits and delivery against agreed targets.
• Support cost-saving projects from initial analysis through to supplier engagement, customer approval and implementation.
• Work with key customers to review program stocking levels, Min/Max assignment, and assess opportunities for expanding managed inventory.
• Identify opportunities to simplify processes and improve efficiency through better use of data, automation, AI and existing systems.
• Support the ongoing development and utilisation of Maximo demand forecasting to strengthen materials planning across key customer programs.
• Work with the customer account leadership teams to identify opportunities for greater consistency, standardisation and synergies across programs and operating locations.
• Support the introduction and implementation of new projects, processes, and additions to scope across key accounts.
• Provide analysis and improvement support for key customer activities and operational priorities.
• Contribute to the development and training of new MPS team members.
• Identify and support wider continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring agreed changes are implemented and embedded effectively.
• Willingness to travel occasionally both domestically and internationally to view supply chain operations, project needs, meet key stakeholders, etc. across key customer sites.

Experience and Skills

We are looking for:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Confidence engaging with customers, suppliers, operational teams and senior stakeholders.
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to articulate points in a clear and concise manner.
• Experience working with operational data, KPIs, dashboards and performance reporting.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with reporting or analytics tools such as Power BI, Tableau, etc.
• Significant ERP and/or CMMS systems experience
• Experience delivering process, efficiency or cost improvements.
• The ability to interpret complex or large volumes of information and present clear, actionable insights.
• Good commercial understanding, particularly around costs, benefits and savings.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• An interest in automation, AI and the use of technology to improve operational performance.
• The ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively across multiple functions.

Desirable Experience

Experience in the following areas is advantageous:

• Prior use of Maximo CMMS and SAP ERP systems.
• Snowflake, SQL, Power BI, Tableau.
• Demand forecasting and materials planning.
• Managed Inventory.
• Supplier engagement or commercial negotiations.
• Continuous improvement methodologies.
• Working within a complex or large customer account.
• Delivering automation, data or technology-led improvements.