Bristol
Salary
Circa £60,000-£75,000, dependent on experience
Dynamic (hybrid) working
This is a Group level role. It is a Senior position within the Digital Procurement team in the UK. We expect 2-3 days per week on-site minimum.
Security Clearance
British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
What we can offer you
* Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
* Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
* Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
* Enhanced parental leave: Offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave – enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
* Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more
The Opportunity
Due to growth within the team, and more widely within MBDA itself, we have an exciting opportunity for two Group Category Managers to join our team. If you have skills in Digital Procurement, or are looking to move into a new role in this area, we would be pleased to discuss how you might best fit within the team.
Candidate Profile
The candidates we would like to engage with are either:
* Established Technology Procurement Practitioners with experience at Category Management level in any one of the following categories:
o Software (Business Software, Software Services, Integration, Projects or Engineering & Manufacturing Software)
o Networks & Telecoms
o Cyber
o AI and / or High-Performance Computing
o Hardware
o Back Office / Front Offices and IT Services
o Data Centres & Storage
* A Senior Procurement Practitioner at Group Category Management Level or in an international context – willing to develop their existing procurement in one of those technology categories
Responsibilities
* Developing in-depth market knowledge, building and developing category plans, assessing risks and market opportunities
* Creating short, medium and long‑term procurement plans
* Mentoring our Buyers in order to deliver complex procurement projects
* Operating at Group level, collaborating as a business partner, achieving common goals
* Comfortable working in an international context across a diverse cultural environment
The Information Management Procurement Landscape
This is an exciting time to be at MBDA. Technology is key to our ability to deliver for our customers. MBDA is accelerating and transforming our digital landscape. You will be an integral partner within our Digital community, liaising with our Information Management and other internal stakeholders, and developing strategic approaches and relationships with the external market to meet our future technology needs.
The Digital Procurement Team
Digital Procurement is an international team of c. 35 procurement professionals based in Stevenage, Bolton, Paris and Rome. We utilise best‑in‑class procurement methodologies and tools. You will complement a team with an excellent reputation for attracting and cultivating talent, developing individual potential and providing opportunities to learn and grow.
What we’re looking for from you
Ideally we are looking for MCIPS qualified procurement professionals or someone willing or working towards MCIPS.
Our company
MBDA is a leading defence organization. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
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