Hybrid Strategic Defence Procurement Lead

Morson Human Resources Limited; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson is partnering with a UK defence manufacturer to recruit a Category Manager for the Stevenage site. The role is a 6-month contract with potential extension, offering hybrid working and a UK travel element.

You will lead procurement and sourcing for Mechanical Structures, manage RFx events, onboard suppliers and support ramp-up activities while driving cost-saving and risk-mitigation initiatives. Strong communication, CIPS qualification or equivalent experience, and a track record in RFx

Qualifications

• Proven ability to collaborate within teams and lead complex procurement discussions.
• CIPS qualification or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience managing complex RFx processes.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle phases (NPI to Legacy/Sustainment).
• Ability to analyse open-book cost models and drive TCO reductions.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities aligned with category strategies and policies.
• Support initiatives to expand and strengthen the supply chain network.
• Conduct spend analysis, segmentation, forecasting and market assessment.
• Utilise procurement tools such as Kraljic and Porter’s models.
• Present sourcing outcomes to senior stakeholders with risk mitigation.
• Co-lead supplier development with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Procurement leadership

RFx management

CIPS qualification

Cost modelling

NPI ramp-up

TCO analysis

Education

CIPS qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Kraljic model

Porter’s models

Job description

Morson is partnering with a UK defence manufacturer to recruit a Category Manager for the Stevenage site. The role is a 6-month contract with potential extension, offering hybrid working and a UK travel element.

You will lead procurement and sourcing for Mechanical Structures, manage RFx events, onboard suppliers and support ramp-up activities while driving cost-saving and risk-mitigation initiatives. Strong communication, CIPS qualification or equivalent experience, and a track record in RFx