BAE Systems Intelligence & Security seeks a Procurement Leader to manage all aspects of Dreadnought programme procurement. You will be responsible for delivering to cost, quality, and schedule targets by sourcing and placing major contracts with international suppliers and guiding contract performance.
What You'll Do
- Lead all aspects of Dreadnought procurement, delivering to targets in line with Corporate Procurement Policy, engaging at Director level and working closely with MOD stakeholders.
- Source, negotiate and place major contracts with suppliers across Italy, Canada, the US and Europe, securing robust commercial outcomes aligned to programme needs.
- Guide contract performance to achieve on-time delivery, quality and cost standards, proactively mitigating risk with suppliers and MOD partners.
- Drive continuous improvement to enhance procurement capability and supplier performance across the programme.
- Report progress and key risks to stakeholders, support the Team Leader and contribute to team development, with UK, European and US travel to engage suppliers directly.
What We're Looking For
- Experience of managing suppliers and contracts in highly regulated industries.
- Working knowledge of SAP or a similar ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system.
- Robust commercial and legal skills and experience.
- Willingness to travel when required.
Nice to Have
- Professional qualifications (CIPS/PMDY) are desirable.
- Experience of working within aerospace, defence and/or MOD packages.
Technical Stack
- SAP or a similar ERP system.
Team & Environment
You will be part of the Platform Mechanical Supply Chain Team, reporting to a Team Leader.
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive salary from £47,271+ depending on experience.
- Competitive pension scheme.
- Employee share plans.
- Extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts.
- May be eligible for an annual incentive.
- Relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid position based in Barrow.
We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible.
