Army Headquarters, Andover, SP11 8HT We are passionate about Smarter Working and believe that a combination of flexible working practices, digital technology and modern workspaces will give you the opportunity to enjoy a healthy work-life balance, while ensuing you deliver your outcomes effectively and efficiently – we expect you to know where to be to have the most impact, balancing your individual needs with that of your team and the organisation. However, recognising the benefits of face to face working, especially for new joiners, there is an expectation that you would be in the office at least 60% of the time (3 days a week). Job Summary The Ministry of Defence employs over 50,000 Civil Servants. Within that, the Army Top Level Budget (TLB) employs around 7,000 MOD Civil Servants located at over 300 locations. Ours is a diverse workforce, with roles ranging from trainers, human resources, teachers, and psychologists to storekeepers, financiers, project and programme managers, and policy secretariat staff. There are many different functions and professions delivering key outputs for the Army. The Army is currently undergoing a modernisation programme bringing in a plethora of new capabilities. As such it is critical that these are supported, and the role of the Supply Chain Manager is pivotal in ensuring that spares for these new capabilities are available at the point of need. This post will be within the Headquarters Field Army Equipment Branch Supply Team who are responsible for ensuring that Army equipment is available and ready. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced supply chain manager to make a difference to the British Army. You will be the focal point for providing guidance and direction to numerous stakeholders across the Enterprise on all matters relating to spares covering a wide range of capabilities from vehicles to artillery. This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. Job Description This post is critical to ensure that the new capabilities that are being brought into service as part of the Army’s modernisation programme can be supported from a spares perspective. The post will involve liaising across multiple organisations to ensure that the new capabilities, when in service and being used by the Front-Line Users, are supportable and can be sustained to meet critical Army outputs, including the support that the Army provide to NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation). Your Main Responsibilities Will Include: Engage with Field Army Units, suppliers and Delivery Teams on all aspects of Equipment Support (ES) Material (Mat), giving direction and guidance on ES Mat and any proposed support solutions, provided for platforms and equipment due to come into service Engage with stakeholders, to confirm any proposed Equipment Support Solution in relation to ES Mat is compliant with MOD policy and agreed standards, ensuring any risks highlighted are understood and passed to HQ Field Army and Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) for comment Attend all Delivery Team (DT) Platform and Equipment Logistic Support Committee, Capability Integration Working Group and Support Solution Envelope (SSE) meetings, ensuring Records of Decision (RoD) and Risk Registers are circulated around Field Army for comment Ensuring any new equipment program, is effective, makes sense for defence, and offers value in equipment support through life, ensuring risks to ES Mat are clearly understood by all stakeholders Act as the Equipment Supply Branch, desk lead, responsible for Advice, Guidance and Direction to DE&S DT, Through Life Support (TLS), Army HQ, Director Programmes, and HQ Field Army Desk Officers to aid the identification and understanding of support strategies and concepts being developed for both ES for new equipment and disposal plans for out of service equipment Act as the link between DT, TLS, and other Army departments for the resolution of equipment materiel issues for all proposed new to service Platforms and attached systems Assist the DT in optimising the delivery of ES Capability and Availability of ES Mat, through ES services and contracts in order to ensure new equipment is fully supportable on delivery to Field Army Units Confirming DT use and follow, the United Kingdom Strategic Command (UK Strat Com), Support Assurance Team (SAT), new Support Solution Envelope (SSE) mandated structure, to independently review the evidence of any Support Solution development and maintenance in relation to ES Mat and highlighting potential risks (to ES Mat) that are present before In Service Date (ISD) is declared To participate through the provision of a series of interrelated Pan-Defence Lines of Development (Pan -DLoD) activities, Logistic Support Committees (LSC) and Capability Integration Working Groups (CIWG), using the SSE, 6 Cross Cutting Themes (CCT) and 19 Core Development Areas (CDA), to sustain a capability through life, in accordance with extant Ministry Of Defence (MOD) mandated policy, to meet the defined user requirements This post is critical to ensure that the new capabilities that are being brought into service as part of the Army’s modernisation programme can be supported from a spares perspective. The post will involve liaising across multiple organisations to ensure that the new capabilities, when in service and being used by the Front-Line Users, are supportable and can be sustained to meet critical Army outputs, including the support that the Army provide to NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation). Your Main Responsibilities Will Include: Engage with Field Army Units, suppliers and Delivery Teams on all aspects of Equipment Support (ES) Material (Mat), giving direction and guidance on ES Mat and any proposed support solutions, provided for platforms and equipment due to come into service Engage with stakeholders, to confirm any proposed Equipment Support Solution in relation to ES Mat is compliant with MOD policy and agreed standards, ensuring any risks highlighted are understood and passed to HQ Field Army and Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) for comment Attend all Delivery Team (DT) Platform and Equipment Logistic Support Committee, Capability Integration Working Group and Support Solution Envelope (SSE) meetings, ensuring Records of Decision (RoD) and Risk Registers are circulated around Field Army for comment Ensuring any new equipment program, is effective, makes sense for defence, and offers value in equipment support through life, ensuring risks to ES Mat are clearly understood by all stakeholders Act as the Equipment Supply Branch, desk lead, responsible for Advice, Guidance and Direction to DE&S DT, Through Life Support (TLS), Army HQ, Director Programmes, and HQ Field Army Desk Officers to aid the identification and understanding of support strategies and concepts being developed for both ES for new equipment and disposal plans for out of service equipment Act as the link between DT, TLS, and other Army departments for the resolution of equipment materiel issues for all proposed new to service Platforms and attached systems Assist the DT in optimising the delivery of ES Capability and Availability of ES Mat, through ES services and contracts in order to ensure new equipment is fully supportable on delivery to Field Army Units Confirming DT use and follow, the United Kingdom Strategic Command (UK Strat Com), Support Assurance Team (SAT), new Support Solution Envelope (SSE) mandated structure, to independently review the evidence of any Support Solution development and maintenance in relation to ES Mat and highlighting potential risks (to ES Mat) that are present before In Service Date (ISD) is declared To participate through the provision of a series of interrelated Pan-Defence Lines of Development (Pan -DLoD) activities, Logistic Support Committees (LSC) and Capability Integration Working Groups (CIWG), using the SSE, 6 Cross Cutting Themes (CCT) and 19 Core Development Areas (CDA), to sustain a capability through life, in accordance with extant Ministry Of Defence (MOD) mandated policy, to meet the defined user requirements Person specification We are seeking a highly motivated, methodical individual that influences the Supply Support Assurance for Land managed programmes. Essential: Proficient at using Microsoft Word/PowerPoint/Excel/SharePoint A collaborative approach to work, to help deliver a coordinated effort across different teams and policy areas A proven ability to achieve results, prioritise and deliver at pace Excellent interpersonal and communication skills capable of developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders Accuracy and attention to detail Able to work independently and with initiative Desirable: Ability to plan and organise meetings, preparing papers for meetings in advance Demonstrates a commitment to the role; is motivated and enthusiastic Understanding of Land system supply support assurance processes and procedures for new equipment procurement (Including upgrade of in-service programmes). If this sounds like the role for you, come and make a difference for front end support Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Leadership We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: SCM 6: Manage the Joint Supply Chain interface Competence 2: Develop & Deliver Support Solution Alongside your salary of £36,530, Ministry of Defence contributes £10,582 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. The Army prides itself on being a supportive employer and where possible encourages flexible working, helping you to maintain a great work/life balance. Other Benefits For Army Civil Servants Include: 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years’ service Highly competitive pension scheme Personal and professional development of skills Alternative working patterns for many roles Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), a free service that assists you with achieving a productive, healthy environment that is conducive to a healthy lifestyle Enhanced parental and adoption leave 6 days special leave per year which can be used for volunteering activities Learning and Development We believe that everyone has the potential to make a difference and you will be supported to help you learn and advance in your career. This includes working towards membership of a professional body and/or undertaking a modern apprenticeship as part of your role. A modern apprenticeship is a combined package of work and training. Through the schemes available you will gain a professional qualification, practical experience, and the broader skills required to develop in your current role and pave the way for your future career. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to capacity and any required workplace adjustments. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD office, will also count towards this level of attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Defence Business Services cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements. The post does not offer relocation expenses. External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period. An opportunity to be considered for Reward and Recognition - £250-£5000 per year. Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed. Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts. Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/. The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments. MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey – We may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Policy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills. When choosing your Behaviour examples, please make sure you use real life scenarios that relate to your own experiences. Whilst technology may help to enhance your written submission, presenting the ideas of others or those generated by technology, could result in your application being rejected. At application you will be asked to provide a personal statement of no more than 500 words evidencing your suitability for the role against the person specification. You will also be assessed against the following behaviours - Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Applications will be sifted using all elements listed above, but in the event of a high number of applications, a sift will be conducted on the personal statement and lead behaviour only. Lead behaviour: Changing and Improving. At interview you will be assessed against the following behaviours - Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Leadership Delivering at Pace At interview the following technical knowledge and skills will also be assessed at practitioner level - SCM 6: Manage the Joint Supply Chain interface taken from the Supply Chain Management Functional Competencies - Supply_Chain_Management Competence 2: Develop & Deliver Support Solution - taken from the ILS/Support Functional Competencies - Integrated_Logistic_Support Application sifting will be scheduled to take place within 7 days of the application closing date. Interview dates are to be confirmed but these will be held in person. We endeavour to keep to these time frames, but these are subject to change around business needs. The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3mod.gov.uk. As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window). People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window). People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements This Job Is Broadly Open To The Following Groups: UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job Contact : Name : Paul Athawes Email : Paul.Athawes313mod.gov.uk Recruitment team Email : DBSCivPers-ResourcingTeam3mod.gov.uk Further information Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint by writing to DBS at the following address: Defence Business Services, Scanning Hub, Room 6124, Tomlinson House, Norcross Lane, Blackpool, FY5 3WP. If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address: Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ Or by email: infocsc.gov.uk.