Engineering Supply Manager

MBDA UK Limited ,
Stevenage, Hertfordshire

Overview

The Opportunity An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic Mechanical Engineer to work across the Engineering projects to co-ordinate the most effective communications and processes between ISP-S Mechanical and Mechanical Engineering. Working for ISP-S Mechanical co-ordinating improvement activities early in the Mechanical Engineering IRAD and development projects and to provide ME intelligence of cost, lead time, risk and opportunity across the various procurement categories. You will be a self-motivated, curious and a very open communicator who really enjoys joining the dots and making a difference. What are we looking for? Ideally a degree qualified Mechanical Engineering graduate with substantial relevant experience Experience of working within a Mechanical Engineering environment within the Defence or Aerospace industry Good knowledge of Product Lifecycle and design process within engineering Excellent communication style Good understanding of Procurement and Supply Chain processes Ideally with a good knowledge of the Engineering organisation, teams and skills Understanding of risk management and continuous improvement tools What’s in it for you? A great opportunity to broaden your exposure across programmes as well as the broader Business A real chance to make a difference in the way the programmes and Supply Chain work The broad exposure is an excellent step for someone looking to broaden their career opportunities in the future Working alongside your partner ESMs across Europe will give a broader appreciation of how things are done in our other European locations The Role As Engineering Supply Manager you will be co-ordinating improvement activities early in the Mechanical Engineering IRAD and development projects Provide Mechanical Engineering intelligence of cost, lead time, risk and opportunity across the various procurement categories Work with the Procurement Supply Chain to ensure a proactive response to the upcoming development needs in the most effective way Influence the best ways of working within ISP-S Mechanical An opportunity to work across a number of established and emerging categories, projects and with a real range of stakeholders makes this role quite unique in its variety and appeal What’s great about the team? You will be joining a broad and dynamic team with MBDA experience ranging from 3 months to 40 years With a number of new team members and new management the team has a refreshed vision, passion and desire to drive the function forward You would be joining at a time where working together with other functions and winning together is fundamental to what we want to achieve With a new approach to how we drive our category strategies you will be playing a key role in influencing the way we operate MBDA is committed to providing an inclusive working environment where our employees can be themselves and everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We value difference and know that a diverse community makes for greater innovation and brings a breadth of skills, experience and perspectives. Please Note : MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve and maintain SC security clearance or above without restrictions that will inhibit the ability to fulfil the requirements of the role. Your eligibility for the appropriate level of security clearance may be discussed with you during the recruitment process. Any existing clearance holders may be able to transfer clearance (subject to approval). Are you a member of LinkedIn? If so, you are invited to view future MBDA UK opportunities and news by following our MBDA LinkedIn Company page.