Overview
Job Description - Supply Chain Manager (Construction) (00130235)
Job title: Supply Chain Manager Construction
Location: Preston, Samlesbury or Warton
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
Salary: Up to £89,000 depending on skills and experience. Car Allowance, 12.5% bonus.
Responsibilities
* Leading on the management of our external supply chain which consists of, PMO, prime contractors, design services and associated professional services
* Managing Framework Agreements under an agreed SRM process
* Responsibility for commercial matters from project inception through procurement strategy, estimating, tender, negotiation, contract administration and contract closure
* Leading supplier Relationship Management tools. Ensuring that supplier and sourcing reviews are carried out, suppliers are monitored and managed and where appropriate alternative sources are identified that are to the further benefit of the business
* Managing the integration of strategic solutions, aligned to business needs. Contributing to the determination of a longer term strategy and implementing plans and actions for areas of responsibility such that the strategy is realised
Qualifications
* Experience in a Supply Chain, Commercial Construction or Managing /Senior Quantity Surveying role
* Experienced of working in a prime contractor, client or consultancy type role/s
* MRICS qualified or Equivalent
* Detailed knowledge of JCT and NEC Construction contracts
* Significant experience in the development and implementation of Programme and Portfolio strategies for construction works
* Ability to deal with complex programmes, pre and post contract management, incentivisation etc
* An understanding of business and procurement approaches, techniques, processes, policy and strategy
* Experience of managing and developing a team
Benefits and team
As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.
The Supply Chain team: This is a team at the forefront of supporting the business’ investments into its existing infrastructure as well as new building developments and product platforms meaning no two days are the same. This role will have QS direct reports who will hold day-to-day responsibility for the team. We aim to lead and influence the sourcing and contracting strategy, delivering world class facilities to the Air sector.
Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Closing Date: September 24 th 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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