Strategic Supply Chain Officer

Strategic Supply Chain OfficerLocation: Warton, LancashireWorking Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days on site per weekPay Rate: £26.07 per hour PAYE or £34.99 via umbrella (inside IR35)Contract: ContractEmployer: BAE SystemsAbout the Role We are currently recruiting for a Strategic Supply Chain Officer to join BAE Systems at their Warton site .This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced supply chain professional to work within a high-profile engineering and defence environment, supporting strategic supply chain activities and helping to ensure effective supplier performance, delivery and commercial outcomes.Key Responsibilities Support the development and implementation of strategic supply chain plans and objectives .Manage and maintain effective relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.Monitor supplier performance, including cost, quality, delivery and risk .Identify and support opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency and continuous improvement .Analyse supply chain data and provide reports and recommendations to stakeholders.Support supplier reviews, performance improvement plans and escalation activities.Work collaboratively with procurement, engineering, manufacturing, quality and project teams.Identify potential supply chain risks and support appropriate mitigation strategies.Ensure supply chain activities are aligned with business requirements and contractual obligations.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the wider supply chain function.The successful candidate will ideally have:Previous experience within supply chain, procurement, purchasing or supplier management .Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Experience working with suppliers and internal stakeholders.Good understanding of supplier performance, cost, delivery and risk management .Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and other business systems .Experience within aerospace, defence, engineering or manufacturing would be advantageous.What's on Offer? £26.07 per hour PAYEHybrid working - 3 days on site at WartonOpportunity to work with BAE SystemsExposure to a complex, high-value strategic supply chain environmentPotential to develop your experience within the aerospace and defence sectorIf you have a background in supply chain, procurement or supplier management and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ