Supply Chain and Governance Technician
Location: Brize Norton, Oxfordshire (minimum 60% onsite)
Hours: 35 per week
Pay: £22.43/hr (PAYE) or £30.00/hr (Umbrella)
Security Clearance: BPSS to start, SC clearance required to continue
IR35: Inside
Make a Difference with Guidant Global
Join us at the heart of Airbus' UK Defence operations, supporting the Royal Air Force's A400M Programme. You'll play a vital role in missions that matter-from humanitarian airlifts to medical evacuations and global logistics support. This is your chance to work alongside senior leaders in a dynamic environment, where your contribution directly supports critical operations.
What You'll Do
Prepare and process procurement requests, ensuring compliance with HMG codes and buying policies.
Manage orders for consumables, expendables, and general procurement items.
Use SAP and MySupply to handle purchasing requirements, from requisition to payment.
Maintain accurate records of all purchase orders and requisitions.
Generate procurement KPIs and reports to support continuous improvement.
Liaise daily with suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues and ensure timely delivery.
Support supplier performance management, including contract compliance and risk mitigation.
Assist with budgetary control and quarterly procurement planning.
Optimise stock levels and release orders based on demand analysis.
Lead weekly meetings with suppliers and support process improvements across procurement activities.
What We're Looking For
At least 3 years' experience in procurement or supply chain roles.
Proficiency with SAP and MS Office; knowledge of MySupply is a plus.
Strong planning, organisational, and communication skills.
A proactive, adaptable approach and a positive mindset.
Negotiation-level English, both written and verbal.
Experience over formal qualifications-your skills and attitude matter most.
Why Join Us?
Impactful Work: Be part of a team that supports real-world missions and makes a difference.
Career Growth: Gain exposure to senior leaders and benefit from dedicated mentoring and development opportunities.
Inclusive Culture: We value diverse perspectives and foster a supportive, collaborative environment.
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a standard 35-hour week with early finishes on Fridays.
Additional Information
Manual handling training provided.
Flexible on industry background-transferable skills welcome.
Ready to take your next step?
If you're passionate about supply chain excellence and want to grow your career with a leading global employer, we'd love to hear from you.
Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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