Supply Chain Director – Boeing Defence UK

The Boeing Company; West of England; In loco; GBP 120.000 - 190.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Annual incentive plans

Continuous learning

Inclusive culture

Pension plan with up to 10% employer

BUPA medical plan

Sick pay & long-term sickness support

Wellbeing programs

65+ countries teams

Descrizione del lavoro

The Boeing Defence UK seeks a Supply Chain Director to lead UK supply chain vision, strategy and execution across Vertical Lift, Fixed Wing and Digital, aligning with Boeing Global Services. The role sits at Bristol and reports to the Managing Director, with a dotted line to the Global Services VP.

Based in Bristol, you will lead ~250 people, drive end-to-end planning, supplier management and procurement, and ensure best-practice implementation across regions and programmes.

Competenze

• Minimum of 5 years Supply Chain experience in management and leadership roles.
• Experience in managing a diverse and complex business environment.
• Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance.

Mansioni

• Execute existing programmes consistent with best practice across three BDUK units.
• Lead the Supply Chain function (c. 250 people) to support objectives and end-to-end disciplines.
• Drive best-practice for off Boeing platforms and manage 400+ suppliers with >$300m spend.
• Establish new programmes and design a supply chain architecture for bids and campaigns.
• Develop people, processes and tools in a regional and global context; govern ERP use.

Conoscenze

Supply chain leadership

Strategic planning

Vendor management

Stakeholder engagement

Security clearance

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Business / Supply Chain / Engineering

MCIPs qualified

Strumenti

ERP systems

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) is hiring for a Supply Chain Director. This role is responsible for BDUK's Supply Chain vision and strategy, corporate objectives and the implementation of agreed strategies through domestic and international suppliers. This position is based out of the Bristol headquarters and will report to the Managing Director, BDUK with a dotted line into Boeing Global Services Supply Chain Vice President.

Position 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 more than $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.

BasicQualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Minimum of 5 years Supply Chain experience in management and leadership roles.
• Experience in managing a diverse and complex business environment (ideally Boeing or an organisation with similar complexity).
• Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Evidence of demonstrating values and behaviours that align to the Boeing culture.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.MCIPs qualified.

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
• An inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
• 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

Work Authorisation

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the UK. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Export Control Details

Non – US based job

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.

Shift

Day Shift (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 28, 2026