Job Description
Job Title: Head of Procurement, Strategic Supplier Management
Location: Warton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Regular travel to Edinburgh required.
Salary: £71,200 + depending on experience
What you’ll be doing:
1. Managing a team of procurement executives, integrating with key stakeholders across the business and working with our strategic partner to enhance relationships and outcomes in the delivery of radar programmes.
2. Developing and maintaining a strong relationship with a strategic partner for the delivery and management of key programmes, delivering operational excellence (schedule, quality, cost & relationship).
3. Managing key campaigns and bids, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
4. Negotiating terms and conditions with clear and concise milestone criteria for achievement, ensuring contracts are comprehensive and protect the interests of the company.
5. Developing effective internal relationships within BAE Systems to influence approach within our strategic partner.
6. Facilitating clear communication between partners and internal teams to ensure smooth project execution.
7. Understanding the team resourcing strategy, ensuring the team is suitably qualified and experienced.
8. Creating an environment for high performing teams and individuals through robust PDR objectives and ongoing performance feedback.
9. Inspiring and developing a diverse workforce through mentoring and sponsorship.
10. Ensuring the team operates within the governance framework and assurance activities are undertaken.
Your skills and experiences:
1. Hold MCIPS or equivalent professional institute and/or Qualified to Degree standard or equivalent.
2. Excellent strategic supplier and relationship management experience.
3. Ability to develop and lead a high performing team.
4. Knowledge and experience of procurement practices within a strategic context.
5. Knowledge of the defence commercial environment and market would be preferable.
Benefits:
As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans and an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits.
Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity and rewards integrity.
Closing Date: 3rd January 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
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