Supply Chain

Job Title: Supply Chain and Governance Technician

Location: Oxfordshire, UK

Hourly Pay: £26/hour inside IR35

Role Overview:

• A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work at the heart of UK Defence on the exciting A400M Programme. This role directly supports critical operations, including humanitarian missions and global tasks.

• As part of the Business Operations Office, you will work alongside senior leaders in a dynamic environment, gaining invaluable experience that can serve as a springboard for your career. We are looking for individuals with a positive mindset and the drive for challenges. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Prepare Requests for Quotes and ensure sourcing aligns with the appropriate codes and buying policies.
• Manage procurement orders for consumables and general items.
• Create internal purchasing requirements in SAP and convert them into purchase requisitions and orders.
• Post Goods Receipts in SAP and ensure timely invoice payments.
• Monitor purchase orders and maintain internal records.
• Generate Procurement KPIs and reports.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal requestors to resolve issues.
• Support supplier performance management and improvement activities.
• Assist finance staff with budgetary control and procurement forecasts.
• Optimize stock levels through effective planning in SAP.
• Address late commitments, parked, and blocked invoices.
• Support the update of Procurement Procedures and lead orderbook meetings.

Skill Set:

• Over 3 years of experience in Procurement/Supply Chain.
• Proficiency in SAP.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office tools.
• Negotiation-level English (verbal and written).
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• A supportive work environment with mentorship.

If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge and contribute to impactful missions, please apply with your latest CV!