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Supply Chain Director - Boeing Defence UK

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Supply Chain Director, where you will lead strategic initiatives and oversee a dynamic team. This role involves driving supply chain excellence across various business units while managing significant supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in supply chain management and a proven track record of leadership. You will be part of an innovative environment that emphasizes continuous learning and personal development, with a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the defense sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
Continuous learning opportunities
Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
100% pay for first 26 weeks of sickness
66.67% of salary from 27th week of long-term sickness
6x annual salary life insurance
Learning Together Programme for personal development
Access to Well Being Programs and incentives

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in Supply Chain management and leadership roles.
  • Degree qualified and/or MCIPs qualified (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

  • Lead Supply Chain Management Function for BDUK with 250 people.
  • Drive Supply Chain best practices and manage over 400 suppliers.

Skills

Supply Chain Management
Leadership
Supplier Management
Procurement
Risk Management

Education

Degree in relevant field
MCIPs qualification or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Supply Chain Director - Boeing Defence UK

Company:
Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited

Boeing Defence UK Limited (BDUK), a subsidiary of Boeing, employs over 1,700 professionals in the UK and is committed to delivering innovative solutions to our UK Defence customers. Our portfolio includes high-profile contracts such as the E-7 AEW&C, P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft, and Through Life Support for the Chinook and Apache Fleets, along with Logistic Information Services and Training Services. As an MAA-approved Part 145 aircraft maintenance repair organization, BDUK Operations provides maintenance for Chinook, Apache, and Poseidon aircraft, with plans to expand our capabilities to include the Wedgetail aircraft.

The Supply Chain Director is responsible for BDUK's Supply Chain vision and strategy, corporate objectives and the implementation of agreed strategies through domestic and international suppliers. This is a full-time role based on-site at Bristol, with travel expected 50% of the time.

Responsibilities:

  • The execution of existing business / programmes ensuring that Supply Chain execution is consistent with BGS best practice across the three BDUK Business Units (Vertical Lift, Fixed Wing, and Digital) - supported by a Governance team and Indirect Procurement team.
  • As the leader of the Supply Chain Management Function in BDUK (c. 250 people), the Director drives the Supply Chain development to support the BDUK business objectives and strategies, covering end to end supply chain disciplines (Supply Chain Planning, Asset Management, Supplier management and Procurement, and Warehouse and Distribution).
  • To drive and market Supply Chain best practice for off Boeing platforms. In practice this means accountability for the management of more than 400 suppliers with annual spend in excess of $300m (UK and US)
  • Establishment of new business / programmes across all BDUK business segments, designing, establishing and developing a Supply Chain architecture and capability to deliver program and customer expectations - accountable for supply chain input into bid and proposals for all major campaigns.
  • Developing people, processes, and tools in a collaborative environment with BDUK, Europe Canada and Latin America (EICLA) region, the wider BGS business with other Boeing programmes operating in the UK and region, including SCM leadership & governance of ERP system for business benefit.
  • Continued development of regional resources where practical to create a sustainable presence and reduce current infrastructure cost.
  • Responsible for Boeing UK level Supply Chain Competitiveness as part of Boeing's Prosperity commitment to the UK Government so required to interface with key UK Government, MoD and Department of Business and Trade stakeholders
  • Supplier Performance oversight for BGS in Europe - risk management, growth plans to support increased production rates and new product introduction
  • Regional leader to develop Community of Practice ensuring leverage as One Boeing in our supplier network
  • Represents BDUK Supply Chain at CIPs ADPG and UKG SC Resilience Industry Groups
Preferred Skills and Experience
  • Minimum of 5 years Supply Chain experience in management and leadership roles
  • Degree qualified and / or MCIPs qualified (or equivalent)
  • Preferred: established network into SC function in Boeing US
The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
  • Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
  • Continuous learning - you'll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
  • Success as defined by you - we'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
  • Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
  • 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
  • Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
  • Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
  • Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
  • Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
  • 6x annual salary life insurance
  • Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
  • Access to Boeing's Well Being Programs, tool and incentives
Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:
Not Applicable

Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance:
This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:
Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)
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