Job Description
Job Title: Senior Procurement Specialist
Location: HM Naval Base, Portsmouth (HMNBP)
Service Area: Commercial - Supply Chain
Hours of Work: 37 Per week
What You’ll be doing:
KBS Maritime is recruiting a Senior Procurement Specialist within the Supply Chain Function. The successful candidate will be responsible for end-to-end procurement processes, from creating sourcing and procurement strategies to contract placement and lifecycle management, in line with Public Sector Principles. The role covers a wide range of disciplines, including Hard Facilities Management, Specialist Systems, and Compliance activities.
As part of the Supply Chain Team, including at least one direct report, you will develop, align, and implement procurement strategies, processes, and procedures aligned with business objectives to deliver value, reduce sub-contract spend, and enhance the Supply Chain profile within KBS Maritime.
The Senior Procurement Specialist will also identify and drive efficiencies by implementing strategies, work instructions, and processes, continuously seeking improvements and ensuring contract value. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and build supplier relationships to ensure the best outcomes for the Naval Base.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Excellent understanding of procurement processes from sourcing strategy creation to execution and delivery.
* Experience supporting full lifecycle contract management for procurement systems suppliers.
* Experience in public sector procurement tendering, especially in Hard FM / Construction / Systems; maritime services experience is advantageous but not essential.
* Strong people management skills.
* CIPS Level 5 qualification in Procurement and Supply Chain or equivalent experience.
* Ability to adapt to change and uncertainty, delivering value and meeting evolving needs.
* Excellent relationship-building and collaboration skills.
* Effective communication and influencing skills across various styles.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Life assurance
* Internal benefits and discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
* Group income protection
* Flexible parental benefits
* Employee assistance network
* Professional development opportunities
* Kudos rewards scheme
* Occupational health and wellbeing services
* 50% off entry into the Historic Dockyard
Application Process:
Apply before the closing date of Friday 29th August 2025. Interviews are scheduled to start the week of Monday 1st September 2025. For queries, contact the Recruitment Team.
About Us:
KBS Maritime, a joint venture between BAE Systems and KBR, provides asset management, infrastructure management, energy solutions, and services at HMNB Portsmouth. Working here means being at the forefront of innovation, supporting the Royal Navy, and contributing to national security. We value our people and foster a supportive environment for success.
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