V06318 Senior Procurement Professional

Senior Procurement Professional BAE Systems - Barrow-in-Furness £23.70 per hour 12-Month Contract Barrow-in-Furness BPSS, SC & UK Eyes Only required About the Role BAE Systems is looking for an experienced Senior Procurement Professional to join the team in Barrow-in-Furness on a 12-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement specialist with strong infrastructure experience to support complex procurement activities within a major defence environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage procurement activities across infrastructure projects. Develop and implement effective procurement strategies. Manage supplier relationships and commercial negotiations. Support sourcing, tendering and contract award activities. Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand requirements. Monitor supplier performance, cost, quality and delivery. Identify and manage commercial and supply chain risks. Ensure procurement activity complies with relevant policies and processes. About You The successful candidate will have: Strong experience within a senior procurement role . Essential: Infrastructure procurement experience. Experience managing suppliers and commercial relationships. Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Knowledge of procurement processes, contracts and commercial principles. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Experience within a regulated, engineering or defence environment would be advantageous. Security Requirements Due to the nature of the role, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain: BPSS SC Clearance UK Eyes Only If you're an experienced procurement professional with a strong infrastructure background and are looking for your next contract opportunity with a leading defence organisation, we'd love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKTJ