Strategic Supply Chain Manager
Core
Lead high-impact sourcing initiatives, develop strategic sourcing strategies, and drive long-term supplier partnerships for the Turreted Weapons System business in the UK.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (defense/aerospace)
Builds
TWS-UK supply chains with redundancy, scalability, and cross-functional capabilities
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Supply Chain
Required skills
strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, market analysis, contract management, risk mitigation, stakeholder influence, supplier performance monitoring, total cost of ownership analysis
Preferred skills
new business creation, complex component supply chain management (mechanical/electronic/software), professional supply chain certifications
Technologies
business systems, RFQ platforms, KPI tracking tools
Responsibilities
Design and deliver supply chains, execute full strategic sourcing lifecycle, conduct global market research, run RFQs and assess supplier capabilities, build strategic supplier partnerships, develop supply channels and KPIs, monitor supplier performance through audits and corrective actions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC