Strategic Supply Chain & Operations Analyst

Strategic Supply Chain & Operations Analyst

Aerospace & Defence Engineering

Uxbridge, UK (Hybrid after probation)

An outstanding opportunity has arisen to join a highly respected aerospace and defence engineering organisation operating at the forefront of complex, high-precision manufacturing.

This is a highly visible and strategically important role working directly alongside senior leadership within the Sourcing & Supply Chain function.

We are looking for an exceptional analyst, someone who can absorb complex operational, engineering and supply chain information, identify what really matters, and turn it into clear, actionable insight that drives business decisions.

This is not a traditional reporting role.

You will act as a key operational and analytical partner to leadership, helping shape decisions across supply chain performance, sourcing strategy, operational improvement and business execution within a technically complex manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will:

Analyse complex operational, sourcing and supply chain data to support strategic decision-making

Translate technical discussions, operational challenges and supplier issues into concise executive summaries, business cases and decision-ready recommendations

Identify root causes behind delivery, quality and supply chain performance issues and help drive measurable improvements

Support strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier performance reviews and operational improvement programmes

Develop high-quality leadership materials, briefing packs and executive presentations

Track risks, dependencies and delivery progress across key operational and sourcing initiatives

Conduct market, supplier and operational analysis to support evidence-based decision making

Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Quality and Supply Chain teams within a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Help improve reporting workflows, operational visibility and data quality using advanced analytical and AI-enabled tools

We're particularly interested in individuals with experience within:

• Aerospace, defence, engineering or advanced manufacturing environments
• Supply chain, sourcing, procurement or operational performance functions
• Complex data analysis, operational reporting or executive decision support
• Continuous improvement, root cause analysis or operational problem solving
• ERP systems and advanced Excel-based analysis

The ideal candidate will combine:

Strong analytical and structured thinking capability

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Commercial awareness and operational understanding

The ability to influence stakeholders and operate at senior leadership level

A proactive, solutions-focused mindset

This role offers:

• Significant exposure to senior leadership
• A highly technical and operationally complex environment
• Real business influence and visibility
• Long-term career development within a world-class engineering organisation
• Meaningful, high-impact work

What's on offer

• Excellent salary + benefits
• 9% non-contributory pension
• Early finish Fridays
• Healthcare + development plan
• 25 days holiday + option to buy more

If you're looking for a role where you can combine operational insight, analytical capability and strategic influence within a highly respected engineering organisation apply now with your full CV details.