Senior Subcontract Buyer - Defence/Aerospace Contracts

Morson Talent; Luton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Talent in the United Kingdom (Luton site) is seeking a Senior Sub-Contract Buyer to manage sub-contract commitments for the EW Sensors (IPT) within the S&PT sector. This role focuses on developing robust contracts to mitigate commercial risk across complex electronic systems.

The successful candidate will work cross-functionally in a matrix organisation, build strong supplier relationships, and drive contract and supply chain management throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Requires appropriate training to degree level or equivalent or significant relevant work experience (studying towards or achievement of MCIPS is preferred)
• A good working knowledge and understanding of Procurement within the Defence/Aerospace industry (or a similar sector) and ability to apply them with minimal supervision and direction
• As well as procuring hardware the ability to procure intangible services linked to training, software and professional services is desirable
• Relationship building skills with cross-functional colleagues, customers and suppliers
• A good understanding of the Commercial and Legal Aspects associated with contracting within the Defence/Aerospace industry (or a similar sector)
• A good understanding of Export Compliance associated with contracting within the Defence/Aerospace industry (or a similar sector)
• An ability to think 'outside of the box' offering solutions to enable the function to add value and innovation
• SAP familiarity (or equivalent integrated business systems)
• Ability to engage and influence cross-functional/cross site teams

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of sub-contract management activities and other procurement related services which may be required by the business
• Develop, implement and execute the Procurement strategy for the EW Sensors area
• Translate customer / project requirements into commercial documents, particularly pertaining to the design, development and production of bespoke complex electronic systems
• Develop and negotiate robust contracts for outsourced services and intangible deliveries
• Identifying and sourcing appropriate supply chains for the delivery of outsourced intangible services
• Promotes customer intimacy in both internal and external relationships
• Focal point for project and suppliers regarding contract and supply base matters
• Drives and leads strategies to influence business decisions throughout the project life cycle
• Identify solutions for complex areas of potential risk /opportunity e.g. sub-contract risk, liability and exchange rate exposure etc. and deliver solutions/mitigations
• Draft and prepare complex contract documentation using standard and non-standard formats
• Working cross functionally to review customer contracts to identify appropriate contractual flowdowns
• Lead the generation and review of 'appropriate' specifications and Statement of Work documents
• Promotes a culture of best practice and sharing of knowledge within the function and across the wider business
• Construct and lead the contracts and supply chain management Life Cycle Management (LCM) deliverables
• Work with stakeholders, at all levels, in order to understand Customer requirements and critical success factors
• Management of Export Compliance, restrictions and third party rights for all procured items and services
• Key Performance Indicators:
• Timely and accurate preparation of data
• Deadlines consistently met and to the required standard
• Adherence to functional specific, LCM and business process requirements and standards
• Positive feedback from internal/external customers and peer group
• Identification and management of supply chains in support of outsourced service requirements
• Quality of contracts, supply chain management and demonstrated performance of project deliverables throughout the project lifecycle

Skills

Sub-contract management

Contract negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Export Compliance

SAP familiarity

Education

Degree-level education

Tools

ERP systems (SAP)

Job description

Morson Talent in the United Kingdom (Luton site) is seeking a Senior Sub-Contract Buyer to manage sub-contract commitments for the EW Sensors (IPT) within the S&PT sector. This role focuses on developing robust contracts to mitigate commercial risk across complex electronic systems.

The successful candidate will work cross-functionally in a matrix organisation, build strong supplier relationships, and drive contract and supply chain management throughout the project lifecycle.