Sub Contract Buyer

Leonardo; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in Aerospace and Defence is seeking a Procurement Manager in Luton. This role involves coordinating procurement processes, negotiating contracts, and optimizing supplier performance. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills and experience with procurement management. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Generous leave and flexi-days

Up to 15% employer pension contribution

Free mental health support

Bonus scheme

Access to online courses via Coursera

Flexible working hours

Up to £500 on flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Establish Commercial Agreements, including Customer flow downs, NDAs, and TAs.
• Prepare Request For Quotation and Contract documentation packs.
• Negotiate purchasing contracts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement processes for goods and services.
• Act as a facilitator between internal teams and suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and take corrective action.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier performance monitoring

Cost-saving initiatives

Knowledge of Trade / Export Compliance

Education

CIPS preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description : Your impact

Ensure effective procurement processes of goods and other services, components and materials, on time and on budget and in line with technical requirements. You will coordinate and manage the procurement processes of goods, professional and other services, components and materials, in line with current strategies, procedures and operational plans. You will coordinate the operational management of purchases related to the product categories under responsibility (e.g., monitoring Requisitions, issuing Orders), as well as program procurement management within IPTs.

What you’ll bring

• Establish Commercial Agreements, including Customer flow downs, NDAs, TAs, and Export Licences
• Prepare Request For Quotation and Contract documentation packs, such as Bid Packs and Contractual Terms
• Monitor supplier performance, ensuring adherence to agreed standards and taking corrective action when needed
• Identify and implement cost saving initiatives without compromising quality or delivery timelines.
• Act as a key facilitator between internal teams and external suppliers to ensure seamless operations.
• Negotiate purchasing contracts effectively, ensuring value through time, cost, and quality.
• Use SAP effectively to create compliant Contracts
• CIPS preferred but not essential.
• Understanding of Contract Terms & Conditions.
• Working knowledge of Trade / Export Compliance.
• Good Negotiation skills and ability to influence.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit :

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge : Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future : Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters : Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend : Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working : Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

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