Hybrid Global Procurement & Contracts Officer

MBDA UK Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organization in the UK is seeking passionate Procurement Officers to facilitate collaborative work with suppliers globally to enhance defence capabilities. The role involves managing supplier contracts, ensuring delivery, and negotiating pricing for projects. Ideal candidates have contract management experience, strong problem-solving skills, and relevant qualifications in procurement or supply chain. This position offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary and various employee benefits including bonuses, pension contributions, and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Opportunity for paid overtime

Up to 15 additional days Flexi Leave

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals

Qualifications

• Experience in contract management and negotiation in customer/supplier environment.
• Qualified in a business subject area with procurement or supply chain accreditations, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage mature series production supplier subcontracts.
• Ensure supplier delivery in line with contract obligations.
• Negotiate future pricing arrangements and place subcontracts.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Problem solving

Communication

Assertiveness

Education

Business subject area qualification

Job description

A leading defence organization in the UK is seeking passionate Procurement Officers to facilitate collaborative work with suppliers globally to enhance defence capabilities. The role involves managing supplier contracts, ensuring delivery, and negotiating pricing for projects. Ideal candidates have contract management experience, strong problem-solving skills, and relevant qualifications in procurement or supply chain. This position offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary and various employee benefits including bonuses, pension contributions, and enhanced parental leave.