Procurement Professional Lead for Defence Contracts
6 days ago
This leadership opportunity is available within BAE Systems, a renowned defence company, where you will lead the coordination of supply chain activities and drive added value in a fast-paced procurement environment.
About the Role:
- Manage and coordinate all supply chain activities within your area of responsibility to ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Lead contract management activity for major subcontract and transactional procurement, including commercial and cost matters.
- Communicate SC activities to cross-functional and external stakeholders, deputising for the SC Senior Manager when required.
- Maintain strong supplier relationships, promoting strategic and collaborative behaviours.
- Contribute to Supply Chain Excellence by supporting activities that deliver on People, Process, Technology & Governance, ensuring the SC function is fit for the future.
Your Skills and Qualifications:
- Supply Chain, Procurement or Project Management experience.
- Excellent Stakeholder Management and communication skills.
- Experience of working within aerospace, defence and/or MOD packages.
- Previous line management responsibility.
- Professional qualifications (CIPS/PMDY) are desirable.
About the Benefits:
You'll enjoy a competitive salary of £46,000 depending on experience, as well as benefits including a pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You'll also have access to flexible working arrangements, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts, making this a highly attractive career opportunity.
About BAE Systems:
As a leading defence company, BAE Systems offers a diverse and inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and empowers individuals to reach their full potential. This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference, working as part of a team to deliver part of the UK's National Defence Programme.
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