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Lead Buyer: Direct Procurement

Employer
MBDA
Location
Stevenage
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Closing date
14 Nov 2021
Reference
R04426

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Discipline
Procurement
Sector
Defence
Job Type
Business & Non-Engineering

Job Details

MBDA Missile Systems - Deliver for a more secure tomorrow

Do you thrive on the opportunity of having a direct influence on the direction of the business within a procurement environment?

The Industrial Policy, Supply Chain and Procurement (ISP) organisation is responsible for procuring and managing supply chain for direct and indirect products and services for both projects and the business, with a total spend of approximately €500M per year across UK, France and Italy.

As a Lead Buyer, you will be responsible for leading the procurement activities in a given category, working with the Category Manager, Supply Chain Manager and other key partners to drive procurement excellence and improvement. Supporting the creation and implementation of category strategy throughout the business, both nationally and internationally, with the purpose of maximising operational efficiency.

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal project teams and functions, ensuring the best contractual terms are achieved and that future relationships with the suppliers are managed effectively.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to work in a varied and exciting role within a dynamic team environment, incorporating complex stakeholder management and strategic sourcing to secure a supply base for new and existing requirements.

Your Main Responsibilities as a Lead Buyer will include:
  • Creating tenders and negotiating terms and conditions to implement contracts and flexible trading agreements.
  • Risk Identification and management.
  • Understanding budget requirements, identifying and implementing opportunities for cost reduction/avoidance through effective negotiation.
  • Receiving demand plans & forecasts for processing to purchase orders and ensuring topicality of order books.
  • Implementing, monitoring and maintaining Key Performance Indicators
  • Training/coaching junior members and end users on procurement processes and procedures.
  • Actively supporting functional excellence programmes, identifying and developing areas for improvement.
What we’re looking for
  • Excellent knowledge of strategic and operational procurement processes,
  • Excellent team player and capable of taking a lead in your category.
  • Well-developed communication, negotiation, analytical and interpersonal skills with a strong ability to influence at all levels with both your internal and external stakeholders.
  • Passion for developing strategy and driving innovation in order to achieve the overall needs of the business, with a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Whilst not essential, CIPS level 4 (or working towards) or equivalent HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent qualification would be beneficial
What’s in it for you?

MBDA offer personal development through on the job learning and mentoring, purpose built training via our Procurement Academy, E-Learning resources and enrolment with Chartered Institutes.

Ownership of the day-to-day procurement activities within the category you will be responsible for, working closely with the Category Manager to define the long term strategy and Supply Chain Managers to drive supplier performance.

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 passionate team of experienced and diverse procurement professionals with a set of common goals and ambitions. We work closely with one another and always share ideas and best practice, offering support whenever needed.

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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