BAE Systems
Supply Chain Lead
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Job Title: Supply Chain Lead
Location: Portsmouth Naval Base – On site
Salary: Up to £38,000 depending on skills and experience
About the Role
Working within the Warship Support Maritime Services Supply Chain, you will be responsible for delivering procurement / supply chain activities associated with a defined area. The role includes supporting the development of procurement / supply chain strategies and plans, and the engagement and management of suppliers, projects, and other stakeholders to deliver project/business objectives.
You will also be responsible for the day to day procurement of materials and subcontract services as first level escalation ensuring requirements related to cost, quality, delivery, and export control are competitively achieved in line with requirements.
Core Duties
- Support and/or prepare outputs and deliverables and select suppliers in line with the departmental procedures and systems
- Pro-actively support and deliver effective supplier management and manage open order book in line with the project’s integrated schedule
- Support Line Manager in delivering KPI’s
- Identify and implement cost saving opportunities
- Identify risks, opportunities, and mitigation plans and implement accordingly
- Act as the primary point of contact with assigned suppliers and customers (internal/external)
- Understand and adhere to the company Export Control requirements
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Essential Skills
- Experience of Procurement / Supply Chain Department
- Awareness of Commercial and contractual requirements
- Working understanding of tool sets and IT (SAP desirable but not essential)
- Experience and understanding of MRP
- Working knowledge of Purchase to Pay, Tender process, and down selection experience
The Warship Support Maritime Services Supply Chain Team
Working within the Warship Support Maritime Services Supply Chain team, you will be responsible for delivering procurement / supply chain activities associated with a defined area. This role includes supporting the development of procurement / supply chain strategies & plans, and the engagement and management of suppliers, projects, and other stakeholders to deliver project/business objectives.
Why BAE Systems?
Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognized for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.
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A Place Where Everyone Can Thrive
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
Important Notice
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Closing Date: 23rd October 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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