Strategic Supply Chain & Procurement Leader

MDA Space; East Hagbourne; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Private healthcare

Pension plan

Disability income protection

Job summary

MDA Space is seeking a Supply Chain & Procurement Manager for its UK operations based in Harwell, Oxfordshire. You will lead the UK supply chain and procurement function, developing strategy, governance, and transformation programs across Operations, Engineering and Finance.

The role reports to the Operations Director– UK and requires extensive experience in procurement, supply chain leadership and strategic sourcing within aerospace/space sectors.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in supply chain, procurement or strategic sourcing within complex engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, defence, space or tech environments.
• Proven experience managing and developing procurement or supply chain teams at strategic and operational levels.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and data reporting; knowledge of AS9100 is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the UK Supply Chain Strategy with a 3–5 year roadmap.
• Define future supply chain operating model and capabilities for growth.
• Translate programme requirements into supply chain planning and procurement strategies.
• Lead UK Procurement and Buying, including sourcing strategy and supplier management.
• Establish supplier segmentation, risk management, and performance KPIs.
• Drive improvements in ERP utilisation, inventory control and cost reduction initiatives.
• Support bids and new programmes with supplier strategy and risk assessments.

Skills

Supply chain management

Procurement

Strategic sourcing

Leadership

ERP/MRP systems

Education

CIPS MCIPS qualification

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

MDA Space is seeking a Supply Chain & Procurement Manager for its UK operations based in Harwell, Oxfordshire. You will lead the UK supply chain and procurement function, developing strategy, governance, and transformation programs across Operations, Engineering and Finance.

The role reports to the Operations Director– UK and requires extensive experience in procurement, supply chain leadership and strategic sourcing within aerospace/space sectors.