We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. With more than 55,000 people in 40+ countries, working with us offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.
People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.
In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.
The Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM) Operations Director is responsible for directing activities of Supply Chain Operations function in accordance with company policies and procedures. Oversees the management of Team Performance (SCAs/Buyers), New Business Strategy, Supplier Performance, Transportation Operations, and Strategic Agreements.
The Supply Chain Operations Director leads a team of procurement representatives consisting of both subcontract administrators and buyers through the acquisition process of materials and services in support of a variety of programmes and customers. Ultimately responsible to ensure all subcontract and procurement related actions are executed in accordance with Amentum’s policies and procedures. In addition, the GSCM Director monitors team performance through KPIs in an effort to mitigate reduce, reduce total cost of ownership and improve operational performance related to supply chain. Other areas of responsibility include new business and capture support, implementation and training of procurement systems, supporting program transition efforts, leading small business and vendor performance management efforts.
The Supply Chain Operations Director acts as liaison with program management, business operations, contracts, legal and finance. Responsible for managing a team, to include training, day-to-day direction, and performance management of assigned employees. Responsible to drive process improvements and seek opportunities for optimizing the procurement process. Responsible to ensure the quality and compliance of procurement files for their respective teams meet the GSCM standard.
You may be based (almost) anywhere in the UK, however visits to our office in Birchwood Park, Warrington will be required. You will be required to travel, also internationally.

REQUIREMENTS

• In-depth knowledge of modern principles of efficient supply chain, purchasing/ procurement management, materials movement and inventory control
• Advanced knowledge of Global Regulatory Framework and procurement requirements, with particular emphasis on UK & EU laws and regulations
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to develop and execute effective strategies
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to respond to customer and business requests and communicate with a wide variety of levels and positions
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders with competing interests
• Strong demonstrated business acumen and strategic business judgment
• Bachelor’s degree in an associated discipline. Additional experience in supply chain management, purchasing or subcontracting may be substituted for each year of college
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply or equivalent
• Extensive experience in supply chain, procurement, or related field, with several years leadership/supervisory experience
• Experience in a high volume, global supply chain management environment
• Experience in procurement, supply chain optimization, implementation of best industry practices, and change management
• Related professional experience in Procurement supporting EPC projects
• Proficient understanding of Purchasing, Expediting, Supplier Quality, Freight & Logistics roles and responsibilities on EPC projectsExperience of working with NEC3 and NEC4 contracts

OUR CULTURE

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. Find out more
We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave.
We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role
If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team

• Full responsibility for the supplier chain and procurement agreements
• Leading sustainable procurement (compliance with ISO20400 and more)
• Support to major bids
• Supply chain/ procurement data analysis (preparation of annual reports, spotting trends etc.)
• Resource Management and planning
• Supplier onboarding
• Direct a team of procurement and subcontract professionals supporting a business line or portfolio of programmes.
• Provide visible and effective leadership to optimize all procurement and supply chain functions within assigned area.
• Develop and establish standard and integrated policies, procedures, and reporting systems to ensure team is providing effective, cost-efficient and responsive supply, procurement and transportation support.
• Prepare reports, analyze data and make recommendations for improving operations. Monitor the status of all program supply systems and ensure all work is completed to quality standards.
• Develops and executes long-term strategic plans for supply chain operations enabling initiatives that meet the future needs of the business line and portfolio of programmes ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations and audit directives.
• Develop and manage SC goals, objectives for programmes
• Management of Supplier Performance, global Transportation, and Strategic Agreements efforts and staff through subordinate leaders.
• Develop and administer data driven business rhythms to measure and report the effectiveness of the team. Provide Subcontract and Consultant Agreement administration as needed.
• Influence capture strategy and Pwin with direct Capture support, or input and coordination with GSCM BD.
• Conduct regular meetings with direct reports to manage communication of corporate initiatives and policy changes.
• Coordinate subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions in coordination with GSCM and Program leadership.
• Formulates and administers supply chain operations policies and develops long range goals and objectives for Company.
• Develops benchmarks and scored cards to be used for continuous improvement of organization.
• Monitors external environment and internal trends, employ best practices and utilization to remain current with sourcing and logistics procedures and systems.
• Provides strong, visible, and effective leadership to supply chain operations organization.
• Ensures that all subordinate personnel are adequately trained, equipped, and motivated so that the supply chain management program meets or exceeds organizational goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.In the future we may ask you to allow us to sponsor you for a security clearance in this role.