Supply Chain Manager

Description

Supply Chain Manager - Remote role with occasional travel

Role Overview

The UK is seeking a Global Supply Chain Manager, responsible for the Subcontract aspects of the UK Operation. This role will lead full life cycle Subcontract management for a range of UK programmes. This role will manage and lead a team of approximately eight staff and also own a portfolio of subcontract responsibilities.

The role will oversee and manage overall subcontract compliance for these programmes in accordance with contract requirements, company policies and procedures, and applicable laws and acquisition regulations. You will be a motivated leader and a self-starter who can work independently whilst engaging and leading a team in a dynamic environment.

Primary Responsibilities

The Global Supply Chain Manager is responsible for managing staff, conducting performance reviews, establishing development actions, and coordinating activities that span the entire supply chain cycle, including but not limited to: proposal support activities to include negotiation of NDAs and teaming agreements, preparation of solicitation packages to vendors, evaluation of proposals, price analysis, negotiation of terms and conditions; award of orders, subcontract administration, issue resolution, and closeout activities.

• Act as a delegate for the Associate Director, Global Supply Chain
• Assigns work to and reviews the work of the team
• Trains and mentors staff
• Negotiates complex NDAs and Teaming Agreements
• Audits team procurement files to ensure compliance with Leidos requirements
• Creates complex RFP solicitations in accordance with Leidos requirements
• Coordinates with the Contract Administrator assigned to the program to ensure supply chain arrangement and prime contract flow downs are carried out in a manner consistent with prime contract requirements and operational objectives
• Evaluates supplier proposal responses including conducting price and cost analysis
• Negotiates pricing and terms/conditions with the supply chain
• Administers agreements and orders of various types and complexity
• Identifies and resolves moderate to complex issues and problems on assigned supply chain scope and makes recommendations to management
• Performs close-out activities
• Analyses risks and identifies risk mitigations
• Acts as primary interface between suppliers and the program for all supply chain related issues
• Regularly interacts with program management, contracts, project control, finance, business development and with customers, as required
• Must have the interpersonal skills to deal effectively with stakeholders regarding supply chain issues of varying degrees of complexity and the drive to work issues to resolution
• Works with team members to resolve issues and provide guidance on tasks described above

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a business related field with substantial prior relevant experience or Master's degree with strong prior relevant experience. Additional years of relevant experience will be accepted in lieu of degree
• CIPS
• Experience managing and training a team of 5 - 7 people
• Experience in supply chain and related functions with emphasis on negotiation and administration of strategic subcontracts
• Strong experience negotiating terms and conditions related to IT service agreements
• Successful track record of managing a variety of agreement types, interfacing with internal customers, other functional support staff, and suppliers
• Strong organisational, written, and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently, establish priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment with accuracy and attention to detail
• Working knowledge of contract law and principles
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective relationships internally and externally to drive results
• Preferably experience in sourcing contract manufacturing or complex build-to-print

Clearance & Travel

• Clearance to Start BPSS
• Clearance for Role SC
• Must be UK Citizen holding or able to hold SC clearance
• Must be willing to travel to supplier and Leidos sites, including Farnborough, Southampton, Glasgow, London

What we do for you

At Leidos we are passionate about customer success, united as a team and inspired to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.

We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains talent. Our reward scheme includes:

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
• Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)
• Flexible Working Scheme

Commitment to Diversity

We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging and provide equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.

Who We Are

Leidos UK & EUROPE - we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services. Our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.

What Makes Us Different

Purpose: You can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. You can inspire change.

Collaboration: Flexibility to do your job is a core benefit, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours.

People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth while developing. We invest in technical academies, career rotations and career development plans that enhance your future.

At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."

If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2 good. You'll fit right in.

Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

£53,700.00-£68,800.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.