Lead Buyer - Information Technology

MBDA S.A.S.; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension up to 14%

Hybrid working 2–3 days on-site

Travel opportunities

Job summary

MBDA is seeking an IT Buyer to join our procurement team in the UK, with a Lead Buyer role spanning the UK and Europe. You will own and drive large IT procurement projects across Enterprise Software, Hardware, SaaS, services and cybersecurity, coordinating with global stakeholders.

The role supports hybrid working with on-site 2–3 days weekly, requires reliable BPSS checks post-offer, and offers a company bonus up to 2,500 and pension up to 14%.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT procurement across software, hardware and services.
• Ability to lead large procurement projects end-to-end.
• Comfortable working in an international context with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own and run large IT procurement projects to support category managers.
• Build internal and international relationships and provide procurement guidance.
• Drive value through strategic sourcing and supplier management.

Skills

IT procurement

International context

Stakeholder management

Strong communication

Education

MCIPS (preferred)

Job description

working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangementsEnhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatmentsFacilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more...The opportunity:Are you an IT Buyer looking for a Lead Buyer role? Are you looking for an international role working in the UK and Europe? Are you an Indirect Buyer with an interest in technology looking for your first role in IT? Are you looking to expand your existing knowledge and skills? Are you looking to work flexibly and dynamically with a role that better suits your lifestyle but gives you a professional challenge?Come and join our IT procurement team!We lead all aspects of IT spend across the Group: Enterprise Software, Engineering Software, Manufacturing Software, SaaS (software as a service), Services, Cyber

Networks, Hardware, Security, AI, High Performance Computing etc.There is an opportunity to specialise in one area, to develop into new ones, and we encourage our people to broaden their knowledge over time.If you have skills in any of these areas, or are looking to move into IT procurement then we would be pleased to discuss how you might best fit within the team! We are looking for someone who:Either is an established IT procurement practitioner orSomeone willing to learn and develop these skills who already has a good procurement knowledge in other Indirect categoriesMore importantly, we are looking for someone:Comfortable working in an international context Builds internal and international relationships andAble to own and run large procurement projects to support our Category ManagersWhat we're looking for from you:Someone who understands IT procurement, or is comfortable with learning and developing these skillsSoft and communication skillsA Buyer looking

Are you a IT Buyer looking for a Lead Buyer role? Are you looking for an international role? Are you an Indirect Buyer with an interest in technology looking for your first role in IT Procurement?If so, come and join our IT procurement team!Salary: Circa 45,000 - 55,000 depending on experienceDynamic (hybrid) working: 2/3 days per week on-site due to workload classificationSecurity Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenshipRestrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.What we can offer you: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 overtimeFlexi Leave: Up to 15 additional daysFlexible, for the next stage in their IT career or an established Indirect Buyer looking to move into their first role in IT Procurement.Travel and international working is part of the roleThere are regular quarterly team meetings that rotate between our sites in the UK, Germany, Italy or ParisFor specific projects there may also be travel required for stakeholder or supplier meetings in these Natco'sIdeally we would like someone willing to or working towards MCIPS qualification. We do offer routes towards MCIPS company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a givenMBDA is a leading defence organisation. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity,Neurodiversity and more...We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more

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