Senior Defence Procurement Lead | Subcontracts & Strategy

MBDA S.A.S.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus 21% of base salary

Pension up to 14% total contribution

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Site facilities and parking

Job summary

MBDA is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager in the Project Procurement team to lead subcontracting activities and partner with suppliers to deliver world-class capabilities for our Home Nations and Allies.

The role requires management of procurement specialists, negotiation of supplier contracts, and delivery across multiple sites with potential travel, while meeting BPSS and SC clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement subcontract management with lead responsibilities.
• Ability to negotiate supplier contracts and define terms and conditions.
• Track record in supporting tendering and competitive procurement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of procurement specialists and ensure compliant delivery.
• Subcontract suppliers and manage lifecycle of procurement for projects.
• Negotiate contracts, mitigate risk and provide commercial guidance.
• Deliver on-time, on-cost, on-quality outcomes across programmes.

Skills

Negotiation

Subcontract management

Due diligence

Contract terms

Tendering

Team leadership

Travel coordination

Job description

MBDA is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager in the Project Procurement team to lead subcontracting activities and partner with suppliers to deliver world-class capabilities for our Home Nations and Allies.

The role requires management of procurement specialists, negotiation of supplier contracts, and delivery across multiple sites with potential travel, while meeting BPSS and SC clearance requirements.