Overview
Working within Major Equipment Procurement (MEP), you will partner with our suppliers around the world and enable MBDA to provide world-leading defence capabilities for our Home Nations and their Allies. You will lead the preparation, negotiation, implementation and performance of subcontracts across the entire life cycle of missiles and missile systems. You will ensure that contracts are effectively managed to time, cost, and quality resulting in the delivery of high value and sophisticated sub-systems. You will need to provide commercial guidance to internal customers and manage risk and opportunity to safeguard the interests of MBDA.
MBDA is a leading defence organisation. 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.
Responsibilities
* Preparation and execution of subcontracts, either with existing partners or as a result of running tendering activities
* Oversee subcontract amendments to ensure they remain topical and in compliance with latest contracting standards and legislation
* Undertaking performance management activities to ensure that suppliers deliver in line with subcontract obligations
* Develop and nurture strong supplier relationships with suppliers within the UK, Europe and the rest of the world
* Identify and mitigate commercial and business risks relating to the suppliers which you are responsible for
* Obtain quotations and other critical intelligence from suppliers which enable MBDA to bid for new business
* Be prepared to travel to our suppliers in the UK, Europe and potentially internationally
* Be able to problem solve daily and skilled at finding a resolution
* Keen to provide continuous support and co-operation to senior internal and external customers
* Continually improve opportunities, analyse situations and present possibilities, whilst balancing risk
Qualifications
* Experience in procurement subcontract management, including negotiation, contract and terms and conditions
* Ability to work collaboratively with UK and/or international suppliers while protecting the commercial position
* Strong commercial awareness and risk management能力 (risk management wording)
* Problem-solving skills and the ability to find practical resolutions
* Willingness to travel to supplier sites as required
Benefits
* Salary: Circa £48,000 depending on experience
* Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification
* Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship
* Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
* Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
* Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
* Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
* Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
* Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave
* Facilities: Subsidised meals, free car parking and more
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