Supply Chain Lead

Overview

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title – Supply Chain Lead

Job Location – Bristol

Flexible or part-time working arrangements considered upon request

Job ID – 35478

About This Opportunity And L3Harris UK

Operating at 11 sites in the United Kingdom, L3Harris supports Britain\\u2019s mission to secure and strengthen the country by delivering sovereign innovation across the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

L3Harris’ Bristol location is the Headquarters for our Maritime UK business – a leading global supplier of integrated marine control systems and simulation products for warships, submarines and high-end commercial marine vessels worldwide. Since its inception, L3Harris has continuously iterated upon our Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS) technology and successfully exported and delivered the system to over 300 vessels across 27 navies worldwide. We have additional Maritime UK sites in Burgess Hill, Barrow-In-Furness and Portchester. Together, we are powering the Royal Navy’s adoption of autonomous surface vehicle technology as well as delivering autonomous capability to UK ports, harbours and offshore energy service providers.

What The Role Will Involve

• Responsible for the procurement and supply chain activities within the SC Department
• Preparation and analysis of requests for quotations and statements of work to suppliers to meet the requirements and demands of the business and projects including running supplier competitions where appropriate
• Production and coordination of purchase requisitions and the administration and management of purchase orders and sub-contracts to maximize profitability and ensure timely achievement of project objectives
• Preparation and negotiation of sub-contracts, statements of work and order amendments
• Provide supply chain input with the cost estimating process for bids and proposals including the cost of BOMs
• Ensuring all supplier invoices are processed in a timely manner, ensuring all deliverables have been met and appropriate budget holder sign-off is obtained
• Liaison with and providing guidance to the project team(s) to help define project procurement requirements and the sourcing of goods and services to meet expectations.
• Analysis of due diligence information and approval of suppliers prior to inclusion onto the Company Approved Suppliers List
• Conducting regular supplier progress reviews and audits to ensure on time delivery, quality and contracted obligations are being met
• Development and maintenance of critical supplier performance metrics and respond to internal and corporate reporting requirements
• Manage the development and administration of procurement processes and procedures within the business

What You’ll Bring

• CIPS or equivalent, working towards
• At least 5 years’ experience in Procurement/Supply Chain

Important to know

Due to the nature of our work many our roles require a UK nationality and the ability to obtain a security clearance. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet the requirement of right to work in the UK and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to government security checks.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and offers equal opportunities for all. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.