Full job descriptionSenior 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.