Procurement Professional

Job description

Procurement Professional

Would you like to work within an exciting team, working on current contracts, new bids and supply chain requirements? We currently have a vacancy for a Procurement Professional at our site in Radway Green, Washington or Glascoed.

As a Procurement Professional, you will be working within the Category supply area executing the sourcing process based on the Category Strategy, production volumes and unique project requirements.

This role will provide you with exposure to both internal and external customers, as well as exposure to management. You will gain experience working within a clearly defined framework, with a focus on gaining experience and understanding of the Procurement environment.

Your main responsibilities as a Procurement Professional will involve:

Contributing to the performance of the Procurement Category team to deliver benefits in terms of Quality, Cost Reduction, Supplier Management Continuous Improvement and Innovation

Providing professional expertise to all stakeholders and support to the management of a specialist Procurement package, through the deployment of Category Strategies and management of allocated Suppliers (Tactical)

Engaging with various stakeholders to ensure the programme, products and in-service strategies are integrated into sourcing selection, negotiation, and contracting strategies, in line with business objectives and processes

Managing supplier performance and relationships to ensure delivery, quality, financial stability and in-service performance

Reporting upon Key Performance Indicators to identify and monitor allocated supplier performance through the use of Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and People framework and inputting this into the monthly submission to the IDT Business Balanced Scorecard and the Procurement Balanced Scorecard

Timely creation, revision and maintenance of Schedule Agreements and Purchase Orders within SAP, for their assigned suppliers

Creating and maintaining Procurement SAP data related to their allocated category area including, but not limited to, Material Masters, Purchasing Information Records, Source Lists, Vendor Masters, Schedule Agreements and Purchase Orders in line with the Business Management System.

Ensuring all Import/Export Control data relating to their allocated category area is correct and maintained

Timely resolution to issues relating to operational requirements

Your Skills and Qualifications

ESSENTIAL:

Ideally working towards MCIPS (or equivalent) or relevant training and experience of working in an operational Procurement environment

Experience of working as part of a multi-functional team to deliver business objectives

Excellent negotiation, analytical and communication skills

Procurement and contract management experience, preferably in a Defence or manufacturing business

Ability to influence at all levels and manage stakeholders’ expectations

Experience of utilising Supplier Relationship Management tools and techniques to drive performance

Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel

DESIRABLE:

Good working knowledge of using SAP or other ERP systems

Experience of Life Cycle Management

Experience of Import, Export, ITAR & EAR legislation

Project Management experience


What we're looking for in you:

You will be able to demonstrate dedication, commitment and discipline to ensure successful delivery of key objectives and have the ability to engage and influence internal stakeholders. You will communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, exercising appropriate levels of courtesy, diplomacy and tact, in line with the Business’s Code of Conduct.

You will be able to discuss details involving the category area, including technical information where appropriate, and able to negotiate tactically both with suppliers, and internally at an operational level.

Willingness to travel to suppliers to participate in business reviews and be embedded with suppliers as part of Supplier Performance improvement activity, if necessary

Location: Radway Green, Washington or Glascoed

Salary: £33 092

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, childcare vouchers, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world’s leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

BAE Systems Land UK

Supporting the Armed Forces with the most advanced combat vehicle and munitions capabilities in the world is one of the most exciting career moves you could make. Join us and be part of a team that gives our customers a strategic edge on the battlefield by designing, manufacturing and maintaining some of their most vital equipment. With major facilities in Cheshire, Monmouthshire, Shropshire and Tyne and Wear our Land UK business employs over 1500 people and has a desire to grow the business, both in the UK and internationally.

We are looking for people with the passion, drive and technical skills to give the best they can every day, to make sure our troops receive only the best. In return, we offer you a role you can be proud of, that lets you grow and develop in the UK’s leading defence, aerospace and security company.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.


Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation .