Engineering

Supply Chain

  • Location

    Bampton

  • Sector:

    Engineering

  • Job type:

    Contract

  • Salary:

    Up to £0.00 per annum

  • Contact:

    Rebecca Virk

  • Contact email:

    r.virk@ioassociates.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    BBBH149530_1730305570

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!