Procurement Officer

Procurement Officer

About the job:

Navantia UK is a new force in British industry, supporting the UK’s defence, energy and maritime ambitions. We’re doing this by creating state-of-the-art sovereign defence capabilities, investing in the UK to modernise industrial facilities, and bolstering the nation's energy security. Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state-owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history. In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. By combining Harland & Wolff’s proud heritage and facilities with Navantia’ s global expertise, Navantia UK is well-positioned to strengthen Britain’s defence, maritime and energy industrial capabilities, supporting jobs and economic growth across the UK.

Job Purpose:

You will work as part of the Procurement Team and closely with an integrated supply chain and internal stakeholders to co-ordinate and manage business requests. Key responsibilities will be to manage contracts and suppliers to maximise customer service and operating performance.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing the procurement of materials, equipment, and services essential for shipbuilding projects, ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and adherence to quality.

Key Duties:

• Procure goods, materials, components, and services in line with specified cost, quality, and delivery targets
• Research and evaluate areas of opportunity and reduce costs where possible
• Identify, manage and mitigate any supply chain risks
• Delivers procurement briefs, updates, and reports as and when required
• Assist in cost analysis and contribute to the development of efficient and innovative procurement processes
• Add value, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of best procurement practice
• Negotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings
• Ensure compliance to all internal procedures and external regulations
• Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and production teams to forecast material needs
• Prepare and process purchase orders/contracts, track shipments, and manage inventory levels to ensure timely availability of critical materials
• Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and alternative materials in shipbuilding
• Assess and evaluate suppliers and undertake performance reviews to ensure contract compliance and manage performance improvement activities
• Where applicable, manage and mentor Buyers in the delivery of key duties which assist the Procurement function

Essential Criteria:

• Confident in the use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Proven experience of Senior Procurement expertise
• Contract Tendering, awarding and management
• Strong Negotiation Skills
• Strong analytical and commercial acumen
• Previous experience of using an ERP system e.g. SAP
• Supplier sourcing competency and knowledge of local and national supply chains
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Desirable Criteria:

• Strong knowledge of marine equipment, steel fabrication, coatings, propulsion systems, outfitting, and other shipbuilding materials and systems
• Experience of Project Procurement and Capital Investment Contracts

Qualifications

• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
• Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity (CPSD
• MCIPS Qualified or working towards qualification
• Degree in a relative Business, Engineering or Manufacturing discipline

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• 33 days holiday.
• Company pension.
• Flexitime and half-day Fridays.
• Free on-site parking.
• Learning & development opportunities.
• Health Care Cash plan

Equal Opportunity:

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. To ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, we commit to a fair and unbiased recruitment process at every stage.

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line, please contact us at people.skills@harland-wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.