At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the deployment and configuration of innovative procurement tools like SAP Ariba.
- Company: Join Leonardo UK, a leader in digital transformation and innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and access to 4,000+ online courses.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive workplace that values diversity and creativity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on digital capabilities and enhance supplier engagement.
- Qualifications: Hands-on experience with supplier collaboration tools and integration architectures.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
The Value Chain Management (VCM) Programme is a major digital transformation initiative within Leonardo UK’s Electronics Division and a key component of the Future Factory strategy.
Its objective is to strengthen our digital capabilities and improve effectiveness and efficiency across the entire product lifecycle—enhancing supplier engagement, optimising procurement and commercial processes, and integrating external supply chains into operational delivery.
We are seeking an IT Applications Lead with hands‑on experience deploying and configuring Procurement and Commercial toolsets—particularly SAP Ariba, Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) solutions, and supplier collaboration platforms.
The successful candidate will support the technical implementation, integration, and lifecycle management of both established and emerging toolsets, working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers through remote and on‑site collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Support configuration, upgrade and integration development across SAP Ariba, Azure environments and associated platforms.
- Validate technical components and configuration including APIs, interfaces, data flows and middleware integrations.
- Provide technical input into test planning and environment readiness.
- Identify, manage, and resolve technical risks, dependencies, defects, and issues.
- Work with suppliers and internal technical experts to confirm technical feasibility and solution integrity.
- Support the Programme Manager with technical planning, estimation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Produce and maintain high-quality technical specifications, integration documentation, and build guides.
- Assess technical impacts of change and ensure safe, controlled implementation across environments.
- Build strong relationships with programme stakeholders to support successful outcomes.
Qualifications
- Proven hands‑on experience in Supplier collaboration and management toolsets such as Agiloft Contract Lifecycle Management, SAP Ariba and Supplyon.
- Experience in implementing end‑to‑end integration architectures.
- Strong understanding of data migration principles, and data quality controls.
- Strong understanding of software deployment lifecycle and configuration management.
- Knowledge of secure information classification and its impact on technical design, configuration, and data flows.
- Experience supporting solutions across on‑premise, cloud, and hybrid environments, including SAP ERP, middleware, and APIs.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, multivendor, multistakeholder environment.
- Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Benefits
- Time to Recharge: generous leave with up to 12 additional flexi‑days each year.
- Secure your Future: award‑winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Your Wellbeing Matters: free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee‑led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
- Rewarding Performance: bonus scheme for employees at management level and below.
- Never Stop Learning: free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and Linked In Learning.
- Refer a friend: financial reward through our referral programme.
- Tailored Perks: spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
- Flexible working: flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part‑time opportunities, discussion may be possible.
- Security Clearance
This role is subject to pre‑employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).
An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, including eligibility for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).
Inclusive Workplace
Leonardo is committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace.
We believe diversity sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and customers.
If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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Leonardo is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee experience and inclusion, offering a dynamic work culture in the heart of Edinburgh. With flexible hybrid working arrangements, generous leave policies, and comprehensive mental health support, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. The company fosters growth opportunities, ensuring that every team member can develop their skills and advance their careers in a supportive environment.
