Supply Chain Specialist - Fabrications Category

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Supply Chain Specialist - Fabrications CategoryWould you like to be part of our Category Management Team We currently have a vacancy for a Supply Chain Specialist at one of our sites in Frimley, BroadOak or New Malden.As a Supply Chain Specialist, you will form part of the Category Management team focussing on supporting the delivery of the fabrications category strategy. This is a high impact category, core to BAE Systems delivery of our Combat Systems products & capabilityto our naval customers across the globe.This role will provide you with the opportunity to identify and deliver tangible change/transformation and make a difference within the team. You will have the opportunity to learn and grow both as an individual and part of the team and develop a strongand collaborative network with the wider BAE Systems business.Ideally suited to an individual with potential, who has career aspirations to grow within the organisation, is results focussed, with a curious, growth focussed mind-set and an interest in delivering improvement.Your main responsibilities as a Supply Chain Specialist will involve: The Delivering category objectives in line with the functional plan.Delivering and measuring performance improvement (process/suppliers)Provision of category service to the contract delivery teamWorking with fabrications category team to deliver against category strategyLeverage strategic & high volume suppliers & portfolios of equipment of coherent typeAct as an advocate to supplier innovation to support future needs of products & businessDeveloping & Managing standardised & optimised framework agreementsIdentifying & collaborating on category & contract specific challenges & opportunitiesReaching back to plc & wider BAE leverage for challenges & opportunitiesYour skills and qualifications:Essential:Experience and/or knowledge of category management (engineering background working in fabrications or track record of looking for efficiencies/effectiveness - identifying improvements and delivering on those)Experience of delivering against or improving KPIs/performance metricsExperience of change transformation/improvementGood commercial and business acumen - make decisions, have an understanding ofcontracts/statements of work, delegation of authorityDesirable:CIPS qualified (or equivalent) or working towardsEngineering backgroundPrevious experience working within a regulated environment such as defence, engineering, oil & gas, constructionWhat were looking for in you:Strong communicator who can be confident engaging with external/ internal stakeholders and being able to influence when necessary.Must have a keen interest in the function and show an interest in grown own knowledge.Location: Frimley, BroadOak or New Malden.Salary: £37k+ depending on experienceBenefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits suchas flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.BAE SystemsAt BAE Systems, our advanced defence technology protects people and national security, and keeps critical information and infrastructure secure. We search for new ways to provide our customers with a competitive edge across the air, maritime, land and cyberdomains. We employ a skilled workforce of 85,800 people in more than 40 countries and work closely with local partners to support economic development by transferring knowledge, skills and technology.Our Naval Ships businessWe design and manufacture a range of naval ships and state of the art combat systems and equipment, giving customers the capability to fulfil extensive naval operations. From offshore patrol vessels through to the latest City Class Type 26 frigates thatwe are building for the UK Royal Navy, and the Australian Hunter Class and Canadian Surface Combatant, we are a business that operates on a truly global platform and can offer a wide range of opportunities where you can play your part in these challengingand exciting projects.We recognise that an inclusive and diverse workplace - where all employees feel respected, valued and able to achieve their full potential - is vitally important. Not only does it inspire creativity and collaboration, its good for business. We celebrateour differences and believe our diverse skills, abilities and perspectives strengthen our culture and our overall performance. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people.Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your placeof birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.Due to the volume of applications we receive, we sometimes close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role with BAE Systems.