Purpose and Scope Reporting to The NPI Strategic Sourcing Lead, you will work either onsite at our Cambridge facility, or in Bournemouth and will be responsible for both tactical and strategic procurement activities to support the New Program Introduction team. You will work closely on the development of suppliers to support new programs, delivering solutions that meet the technical, economic and delivery milestones. In addition, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day management of key sub-contractor relationships (eg. AVIC sister companies) and in support of managing Free-Issue materials. Key Responsibilities * Support all sourcing and procurement activities aligned to the NPI plan. * Identify purchasing/buying strategies, ensuring lowest total cost to the business, whilst ensuring quality, reliability and resilience of supply, meeting the company’s environmental, sustainability and governance requirements. * Ensure stock levels are managed accurately, and all materials are available when required by the business. This includes free issue material for both internal use and for on-ward provisioning in the Supply Chain. * Ensure materials/inventory is managed in line with MRP requirements and budgets. * Collaborate cross functionally to support project requirements. * Build and maintain a strong network internally and with suppliers to secure best pricing and terms. * Completing supplier reviews - monitoring and ...