Subcontract / Procurement Manager - Procurement Bid Manager

Job Title:

Subcontract/Procurement Manager

Location

Frimley - Hybrid

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

What you'll be doing

We are seeking a Procurement professional to lead and manage procurement activities for strategic bids/projects to support business growth. The role involves working on a hybrid basis; the ideal candidate should reside near Guildford or London and be available to come to the office a couple of times per week as required.

• Represent Procurement in major bids involving third-party spend, ensuring compliance.
• Maintain effective communication and develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders, advocating for Procurement.
• Manage workload within procurement policies, prioritize tasks, and escalate issues outside your control.

Your skills and experience

• Significant experience in a business-winning procurement environment.
• High standards in sourcing, process knowledge, negotiation, and contracting skills.
• Excellent project management, commercial acumen, financial awareness, risk and opportunity management.
• Strong relationship management skills.
• Good understanding of the external environment and market intelligence.
• Demonstrated business acumen.
• Ability to lead strategic bids and campaigns throughout the lifecycle.
• Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and lead a high-performing, diverse team.
• CIPS Level 5 qualification, IACCM, or equivalent.
• Must hold SC clearance or be eligible to obtain necessary security clearance as a UK national.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive pension scheme, BAE offers employee share plans, flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans, shopping discounts, and potential annual incentives.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. We value diversity, reward integrity and merit, and empower you to reach your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in our industry, including women, minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We aim for inclusive recruitment processes. If you have a disability or health condition affecting your performance in assessments, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions based on nationality, residence, and other factors. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with some roles requiring higher security clearances involving 5-10 years of UK residency.