Operational Procurement Manager

**MBDA Missile Systems - Deliver for a more secure tomorrow**

**Salary**:£45,000 - £55,000

Do you thrive on the opportunity of having leading influence on the direction of the business within a procurement environment?

An exciting new opportunity has arisen within the Industrial Policy, Global Supply Chain & Procurement Subassemblies team (ISP-S), where you will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategy in order to drive operational effectivenessand efficiency.

Directing the ISP-S Operational Buyers & Procurement Services team of x7, you will:

- Create a clear vision for the Operational Procurement Team, providing direction and functional support
- Deal with multiple levels of stakeholders, including Heads of, senior programme, manufacturing and technical personnel
- Deliver strategic change
- Drive the delivery of key supply chain objectives to achieve long term savings and lead time reduction
- Identify, monitor and deliver specific procurement opportunities
- Promote good internal procurement practices across MBDA with the aim of eliminating rogue purchases
- Deputise for the Procurement Manager and as such deal with senior programme and Heads of for all ISP-S Procurement activity

**What we're looking for**
- Excellent team leadership skills with proven experience of people management and development
- Proactive approach/self-starter
- Excellent procurement knowledge and experience, including negotiation/influencing skills
- Commercial savvy with CIPS qualifications desirable but not essential
- Relationship, risk and project management skills

**What's in it for you?**
- As the Procurement Manager you will drive towards achieving a vision of ‘Creating and enabling the conditions to shape the best performing and sustainable supply base capable of supporting MBDA's global leadership'
- A fantastic opportunity to take on a focused role with tangible deliverables and buyer team management
- A fast-paced, multi-national, vibrant team which strives for personal and professional excellence
- Future growth and development opportunities with on-the-job training and mentoring
- International travel will be included as part of the multi-national nature of the team, providing you with the opportunity to learn and work with other cultures

**Our benefits**

**Join a great team**

Join a passionate team of experienced and diverse procurement professionals with a set of common goals and ambitions. We work closely with one another and always share ideas and best practice, offering support whenever needed.

**Why us?**

MBDA is an award winning company; committed to providing an inclusive working environment where our employees can be themselves and everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We value difference and know that a diverse community makesfor greater innovation and brings a breadth of skills, experience and perspectives.

We're here to help and want to ensure you have a positive experience throughout our recruitment process. We recognise that everyone is unique and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments.

MBDA is a proud member of Working Families - the UK's work-life balance organisation. We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

We understand that flexibility benefits our people, our teams and our business; wherever possible we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working.

**Please Note**: MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve the appropriate clearance relevant to the role.