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Supplier Performance Manager

Employer
MBDA
Location
Stevenage
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Closing date
24 Oct 2021
Reference
R04705

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Discipline
Procurement
Sector
Defence
Job Type
Business & Non-Engineering

Job Details

MBDA Missile Systems - Deliver for a more secure tomorrow

This is an exciting opportunity in a fast moving, unique, multi-national Function managing the Company Industrial Policy and Supply Chain Management approach.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the evaluation and development of an assigned portfolio of Major Equipment Suppliers in order to ensure Capability, Capacity and Performance against current and future Domestic and Export programme requirements.

What we’re looking for
  • Good influencing and problem solving skills
  • Experience of root cause analysis, 8D’s, A3’s, Fishbone
  • Relevant experience within a Manufacturing environment, Capability & Capacity expertise
  • Working in a Matrix organisation
The primary objective of this Supplier Performance Manager role is to support the creation of a robust, sustainable and high performing Supply Chain focused on Continuous Improvement in order to maintain MBDA’s ability to meet customer delivery milestones for current and future programmes. Managing a portfolio of equipment suppliers you will support cross functional activities to assess the Operational Performance and Business Capabilities of your suppliers.
The role is a pivotal position that requires the ability to be able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels.
  • Production Phase (for assigned Portfolio of Suppliers):
  • Risk Management
  • Generate Supplier Risk Profile through Risk Understanding assessment as part of the Supply Chain Risk Management process, determining a baseline maturity scorecard.
  • Identify potential industrial risks and put in place associated improvement and mitigation plans. Manage risks to closure. Escalate critical Supply Chain risks affecting Supplier OT and OQ performance using company Risk tool.
  • Industrial Performance
  • Monitor Supplier Performance (On Time, On Quality) and its adherence to Operational demand during production.
  • Manage preventive analysis against delivery performance: Conduct root cause analysis, in conjunction with Supplier, in order to address actual and predicted poor performance against OT and OQ targets.
  • Recovery and Improvement actions
  • Develop Continuous Sustainable Improvement Plans (CSIP) and track improvement trend against baseline maturity score. – both looking at MBDA and supplier sides
  • Manufacturing capabilities sustainability
  • Ensure continuity of industrial processes and tools at the suppliers facility, are implemented during development and monitored through out production phase.
  • Ensure sustainability during potential ramp-up or ramp-down phase.
  • Development Phase (for assigned Portfolio of Suppliers):
  • Support Project Industrial Manager for Supplied Equipment (IMSE) during the development phase, by providing a complete picture of Supplier Performance, Risk, Capability and Global Capacity.
  • Contribute, as appropriate, to Industrial Validation Process (PRR, FAI, IVM, VMS) in support of the Project IMSE and endorse the Surveillance Plan to be executed during the Production phase
Here's what's in it for youOpportunity to be involved in complex international programmes, responsible for delivering a critical element to ensure MBDA delivers on our customer commitments. This is a unique role that will provide visibility and experience across major equipment's of missile and weapon systems, exposing the successful applicant to a range of complex and technologically advanced products and technologies.

Career development opportunities to progress to Senior Supply Chain Manager status. The Industrial Policy, Global Supply Chain Management and Procurement (ISP) directorate are developing a Procurement Academy to deliver enhanced levels of capability and certified training in support of career path.
The role will offer collaboration, travel and engagement with other MBDA sites and suppliers
Our benefits*Flexible working *opportunities for career progression *paid overtime (subject to level) *great bonus scheme *comprehensive pension scheme *annual salary review *fantastic working environment and site facilities *social, charitable and sporting activities.

Join a great team!

We are a dynamic, growing and experienced team with a balance of technical and business professionals. Each Supply Chain Manager shall have allocated to him/her a portfolio of suppliers, for which to be responsible for delivering continuous improvement in capability and performance.
The Team are driving towards achieving a vision of ‘A robust and sustainable Major Equipment Supply Chain that delivers to our business and customer requirements supply base capable of supporting MBDA’s global vision and strategy

Why us?

MBDA is an award winning company; committed to providing an inclusive working environment where our employees can be themselves and everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We value difference and know that a diverse community makes for greater innovation and brings a breadth of skills, experience and perspectives.

We’re here to help and want to ensure you have a positive experience throughout our recruitment process. We recognise that everyone is unique and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments.

MBDA is a proud member of Working Families – the UK’s work-life balance organisation. We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

We understand that flexibility benefits our people, our teams and our business; wherever possible we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working.

Follow MBDA on LinkedIn (MBDA), Twitter (@MBDAcareers) and Instagram (lifeatMBDA_UK).

Please Note: MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve the appropriate clearance relevant to the role.

Company

Together. For the future of defence.

We work with purpose, knowing that every advancement provides better, smarter and more effective defence capabilities to the UK and their allies. Regarded as one of the most trusted suppliers of defence solutions in Europe, we have a relationship with the UK military spanning back over 70 years.

Whether it’s designing a future concept for the British Army, managing the procurement of a missile component or harnessing their expertise in software in order to integrate one of our products on to the newest fighter jet, all of our employees are a part of delivering a more secure tomorrow.

In addition to being the only defence company on Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2022 list, MBDA are also recognised nationally with three Investors in People Gold Awards (People, Apprenticeships, and Wellbeing), a top 10 finisher on the Best Big Companies to Work For 2022 league tables.   

For the latest vacancies, employer updates and stories from our people, make sure to visit and bookmark our MBDA UK Careers site.

Our Values 

Our values are at the core of everything we do and shape the culture of our organisation. No matter what role, our people from leadership to entry-level encompass these values knowing that they are working towards the same common goal, sharing a bigger purpose in order to protect national security and enable strategic independence.

Through promoting change with Innovation, taking ownership through Commitment, building trust through Integrity, inspiring others through Passion and encouraging collaboration through Team Spirit, we have created a place where people feel connected with each other and valued in our community.

 

 

Company info
Website
Telephone
01438754500
Location
6 Hills way
Stevenage
Hertfordshire
SG1 2DA
United Kingdom

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