Supply Chain Sector Lead

Leonardo UK Ltd; Easter Howgate; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence and security company in Scotland is seeking a Supply Chain Sector Lead to manage material supply issues and coordinate with cross-functional teams. This role involves attending project meetings, managing Supplier Action Plans, and leading a team of Material Leads. Ideal candidates will have strong relationship management skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The position offers a hybrid working model and a comprehensive benefits package with attractive perks.

Benefits

Generous leave and flexi-days

Up to 15% employer contribution pension

Free access to mental health support

Bonus scheme

Access to 4,000+ online courses

Flexible benefits budget

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Ability to develop relationships with procurement leads and suppliers.
• Experience managing Supplier Joint Action Plans (JAPs).
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with multi-functional teams to solve material supply issues.
• Attend key project meetings related to the sector.
• Manage a team of Material Leads.

Skills

Relationship Management

Supplier Management

Reporting Skills

Problem-Solving

Team Management

Tools

SC reporting tools

Job description

Job Description:

Supply Chain Sector Lead will report to the VP Procurement RATS for operational activity, with process and governance being managed by the Head of Supply Chain (Edinburgh). Main duties will be to ensure that any non commercial issues relating to production part material supply are managed in accordance with MRP need date, minimising the impact to sales output. To achieve this, you will coordinate and manage multi-function involvement best suited to solving the problem(s) at hand, ensuring responsibility and accountability is understood and ensuring all output related actions are clear in terms of action and ownership and are time bound. Other key responsibilities will be attending key Project meetings relating to your designated Sector and ensuring the associated KPI metrics of the role are managed and reported effectively. Although Custom Working will relate to this role, it is envisaged the role will require a minimum of 2-3 days onsite attendance.

Your impact

Supply Chain Sector Lead will report to the VP Procurement RATS for operational activity, with process and governance being managed by the Head of Supply Chain (Edinburgh). Main duties will be to ensure that any non commercial issues relating to production part material supply are managed in accordance with MRP need date, minimising the impact to sales output. To achieve this, you will coordinate and manage multi-function involvement best suited to solving the problem(s) at hand, ensuring responsibility and accountability is understood and ensuring all output related actions are clear in terms of action and ownership and are time bound.

What you’ll bring

• Develop appropriate relationships and act as the lead Interface with Procurement Acquisition leads/managers, and LOB IPT‘s to understand material issues and ensure closure is in line with MRP requirements
• Manage Supplier / Project Joint Action Plans (JAP’s) and ensure these are discussed at IPT Supply Reviews so actions are allocated, understand and time bound. Produce appropriate reporting metrics and escalations.
• Understand the SC reporting tools (i.e. 3SR, CSR, revenue forecasting, de-commit and DPP).
• Attend 30-60-90 day reporting at LOB Supply Reviews for SC owned material. Escalate JAPs and all functional dependencies
• Be actively involved in any Procurement owned Supplier CSIP’s that may impact material supply.
• Promote a culture of Best Practice in Material Supply sharing knowledge within the function and within the wider business. Manage and mentor Material leads
• Support management of obsolete material and proposed LTB’s & LLTs to ensure seamless material supply transition in line with MRP requirements.
• Input & attend LOB Supplier RBR’s where necessary.
• Support the MRB/FRB process, ensuring all external material supply information is flowed and is a conduit into execution team and JAP’s (where relevant).
• Ensure that Procurement are made aware of any commercial / contracting implications associated with material supply issues.
• Attend and manage the LOB SRBs, CARs, DCP processes within the sector ensuring SC visibility.
• Manage a team of Material Leads and ensure progression and succession.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

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, please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

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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Primary Location: GB – Edinburgh

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: