Strategic Defence Supply Chain Leader

weServed; Andover; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

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Job summary

Babcock in Andover, Hampshire, is seeking a Supply Chain and Logistics Lead to shape a future operating model for a major defence programme. The role is full-time with hybrid working and requires delivering integrated, scalable supply chain solutions.

You will design models, build capability roadmaps, and form strategic partnerships, working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing and managing complex supply chain and logistics solutions.
• Strong analytical capabilities in demand forecasting and inventory optimisation.
• Experience in defence, government, aerospace, engineering or other regulated environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop future supply chain and logistics operating models by assessing current delivery arrangements and identifying opportunities for improvement across the wider enterprise.
• Design integrated solutions that align people, processes, systems and supply chain capabilities to deliver efficient and scalable outcomes.
• Create capability roadmaps, conduct gap analyses and define improvement activities to achieve future-state objectives.
• Establish and manage strategic partnerships and alliance arrangements to strengthen capability and service delivery.
• Collaborate with solution development teams and stakeholders to support business growth and successful programme delivery.

Job description

Babcock in Andover, Hampshire, is seeking a Supply Chain and Logistics Lead to shape a future operating model for a major defence programme. The role is full-time with hybrid working and requires delivering integrated, scalable supply chain solutions.

You will design models, build capability roadmaps, and form strategic partnerships, working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.