Project Manager Procurement Lead

4 days ago


Bolton, Bolton, United Kingdom MBDA Full time

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Project Manager to join our dynamic team of procurement professionals in Stevenage or Bolton.

Estimated Salary: £60,000 depending on experience

About the Role

This exciting opportunity involves managing the project life cycle from initiation through to closure, taking responsibility for the definition, approach, and execution of strategy as assigned by the Senior Leadership Team.

You will play a vital role in planning, executing, successfully delivering, and closing projects throughout the Product lifecycle (CADMID). Additionally, you will be responsible for defining and establishing a project management framework across the team - integrating the latest industry standards in alignment with MBDA's strategic objectives.

The successful candidate is expected to hold project management qualifications and experience. You will work closely with internal teams within MBDA, including Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, Planners, Data Analysts, Engineering, Manufacturing, etc.

Key Responsibilities
  • Managing the project life cycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and control.
  • Supporting the wider procurement & supply chain teams to ensure effective delivery of projects within agreed budgets, timescales, scope, and quality.
  • Creating and maintaining project plans, budget trackers, line of balance, risk registers, and other project artefacts required for proper project tracking and reporting.
  • Engaging with and representing internal teams within MBDA as required.
Requirements
  • Project management qualifications and experience.
  • Strong Microsoft Office suite capability, especially for data analysis and presentations (SAP, Word, Excel, Power Point).
  • Experience of using various project management tools such as MS Project, Primavera, etc.
  • Good appreciation of procurement core competencies (supplier evaluation, risk assessment, category management, negotiation, risk management, etc.).
What We Can Offer

As a valued member of our team, you can expect a range of benefits, including a bonus of up to 21% of base salary, maximum total pension contribution of up to 14%, enhanced parental leave, and excellent career progression opportunities.



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