Job Title: Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist
Location: Stoke Gifford, Bristol
Compensation: £37, - £45, + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF
Drive strategic sourcing and supplier excellence
At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together. If you join us, you can play your part as a Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist at our Bristol site.
The role
As a Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist, you’ll lead the delivery of strategic sourcing and supplier management activity within the Through Life Equipment Support (TLES) business. This hands-on role supports the operational delivery of the White Fleet service contract as it enters its next phase under the Phoenix 3 agreement. You’ll have the opportunity to influence supplier relationships, drive operational improvements, and contribute to a global procurement function that leverages best-in-class systems and networks.
Day-to-day, you’ll have the following responsibilities:
1. Develop and implement sourcing strategies for key spend categories such as Vehicle Leasing, Hire, and Transport Services
2. Oversee end-to-end procurement processes and ensure compliance with public procurement regulations and Babcock governance
3. Act as the UK MOD’s procurement agent, managing complex sourcing and contract activities
4. Negotiate supplier terms and conditions to manage risk and deliver value
5. Drive operational improvements and maintain strong supplier relationships.
This role is full time working 37.5 hours per week and is based on site, in Bristol.
Essential experience of the Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist:
6. Proven experience in an end-to-end procurement role, including leading tenders and supplier negotiations
7. Strong commercial understanding of supplier contracts and risk management
8. Excellent communication skills
9. Ability to manage conflict and challenging situations.
Qualifications for the Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist:
We value difference and don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and/or willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.
Security Clearance
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