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Strategic Supply Chain Officer
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Strategic Supply Chain Officer
Client: BAE Systems
Location: Warton
Contract Length: 6 months
Hybrid: onsite – Full time
37 hours per week
Rate: £26.07 PAYE or £34.99 Umbrella inside IR35
Overview
I'm currently supporting BAE Systems with the appointment of a Strategic Supply Chain Officer to join the Future Combat Air Systems programme.
Clearance requirement: Eligible for SC clearance
Key Responsibilities
- Lead sourcing and procurement activity across a defined supplier portfolio
- Negotiate pricing and contractual terms
- Develop and influence supply chain strategies
- Manage supplier risk and drive supply chain resilience
- Support programme reviews and governance activities
- Work closely with Engineering, Project Management, Commercial, Finance and Legal teams
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Key Skills
- Procurement or supply chain experience within a complex environment
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Experience managing supplier risk and opportunities
- Strong data analysis and reporting capability
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Previous strategic supplier management experience would be advantageous
- MCIPS, working towards MCIPS, or a relevant business degree would be beneficial
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If you would like to be considered for this role please don't hesitate to click apply or call Levi Jackson on 0161 391 2187 for more information.
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Outsource UK is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You'll receive consideration for your application without regard to race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age.
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