Senior Procurement Manager

Cubiq Recruitment ,
Bournemouth, Dorset

Overview

Senior Procurement Manager Permanent Salary DOE Bournemouth This is an opportunity to join one of the most world renowned Aerospace companies. They are now a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to a customer base that spans the globe. They are seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to support the Global Supply Chain Team focused on helping to plan and implement procurement strategies and manage its existing and new subcontracts. A key element of this role is to develop and manage strategic relationships with key subcontractors to ensure subcontractor performance and longer term commitment. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Managing strategic suppliers and strategic relationships Identify and manage risks associated with key and major subcontracts Developing and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders across UK and key suppliers Preparing tender packs, evaluating tender proposals, negotiating contract terms and conditions. Negotiating proposals, contract modifications and agreements as required Assessing the Make vs Buy and provide pay back justifications Drafting and negotiating agreements with suppliers whilst applying sound commercial judgement and ensuring compliance with policies; insurance requirements; confidentiality requirements; and ‘flow down’ requirements from customer contracts Supporting bid teams to source, manage and secure sub-contracts that meet customer needs and differentiates from its competitors Drive improved profitability and bid cost reduction through re-use, best practice processes and knowledge sharing. Manage and control all subcontract documentation, data, files and reports in a timely and accurate manner Supporting internal Phase Reviews/Approvals ensuring that all required approvals are obtained prior to executing a subcontract Ensuring integrity of commercial in confidence, security classified and export controlled information Ability to coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members to take positive action and accountability. KEY REQUIRMENTS/SKILLS Experience in strategic supplier relationship management and developing procurement plans. Graduate level Tertiary qualifications in business, commerce, law, strategic procurement or a related discipline At least 5 years’ experience in drafting, negotiating and advising on both simple and complex subcontracts Experience in supporting a Bid Team to negotiate and secure sub-contracts on complex support service programmes Experience with preparing tender documentation Experience with evaluating tender responses Experience with project management principles and working as part of a project team An advanced knowledge of procurement and contract management principles An advanced understanding of key contractual principles (e.g. contract formation, indemnities, consequential loss) Expertise in various contract types (Cost-type, Firm / Fixed Price, Fixed Price Incentive Fee, Fixed Price Level of Effort, Time and Material) Strong business acumen with the ability to clearly recognise risk elements in business transactions and develop strategies for mitigating risk This company is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided Cubiq Recruitment is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the aerospace, technology and manufacturing sectors. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across all core commercial engineering disciplines and specialist areas of aerospace engineering within Design, CAMO, LAE, Manufacturing, H&S and Facilities Management.