Principal Procurement Professional

Job Title: Principal Procurement ProfessionalAre you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding.Location: Scotstoun/Govan. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.Salary: 45,000 to 52,000 depending on skills and experienceWhat you'll be doing:Managing the supplier responsibilities during delivery, installation and commissioning of key equipment on the shipWorking with Engineering, Operations and Quality to deliver equipment from suppliers that meets our specification, quality, schedule and cost requirementsLeading these multi discipline activities - e.g. weekly project reviews with suppliers, Factory Acceptance Tests of equipment, quarterly business reviews, in yard supplier visits etc.Managing the contract with each supplier including delivery of milestones, negotiation of contract changes, and investigating and resolving claims for delay or poor performanceUsing the ERM system to manage Purchase Orders and other deliverablesReporting monthly and quarterly on cost and schedule performanceLeading on cost by actively pursuing cost reduction or cost avoidance activity, often requiring multi stakeholder buy-inYour skills and experiences:Essential:Proven experience in direct procurement within complex environmentsDemonstrated ability to manage complex contracts throughout the delivery phaseStrong commercial acumen with sound decision-making capabilitiesConfident communicator across all levels, from operational staff to senior leadershipSkilled in influencing, presenting and building relationshipsDesirable:MCIPS qualified, or working towards CIPS certification, with relevant industry experienceFamiliarity with project management principles, methodologies and toolsBenefits:As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.The Procurement team:Step into a high-impact team managing three complex contracts across Category A and B products-supporting major defence programmes. You'll work within a wider group and collaborate daily with engineering, finance, project controls and shipbuilding teams. This is a full-spectrum commercial role-from procurement and supplier audits to delivery coordination. No two days are the same as you connect stakeholders, drive change, and deliver mission-critical equipment. A dynamic environment to sharpen skills and grow your career with purpose.Why BAE Systems?This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.Closing Date: 7th August 2025 - Interviews for this position will take place week commencing 18th August.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-07-29