Supply Chain Specialist in Cheltenham

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: UK‑Security Check (SC)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

What’s your possible? At Northrop Grumman UK, you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most – solving tomorrow’s challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. It’s what we call Defining Possible. This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community.

Opportunity Overview: This is more than just a job; it’s a mission. As a Supply Chain Specialist, you will help deliver a sustainable, high‑performing supply chain that supports our business needs. Working within defined processes and procedures, you will protect commercial and financial interests while ensuring customer requirements are met. You will also support strategic activities including spend optimisation, supplier collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational delivery such as demand forecasting, PO management, materials sourcing, scheduling and inventory management. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to programme success while helping shape best practice across the supply chain function.

Role Responsibilities:

• Work in accordance with NG policies, procedures, and values, challenging and improving where needed.
• Carry out supplier sourcing and RFx activity including understanding Statements of Work, issuing RFx, reviewing responses, negotiating terms, and implementing contract agreements.
• Plan and manage engagement with stakeholders to understand supply chain requirements and assure supplier performance.
• Maintain ERP data and ensure all contract documentation remains accurate and up to date.
• Support supplier relationship management including assessment, performance monitoring and appropriate engagement.
• Monitor and manage supply issues, providing updates and reports as required, and apply best practice supply chain and procurement principles in an engineering environment.

Candidate Requirements:

Essential:

• Qualified in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.
• Experience building strong supplier relationships.
• Proven success negotiating and managing subcontracts.
• Understanding of supply chain operations including Purchase‑to‑Pay.
• Experience procuring professional and technical services.

Preferred:

• CIPS qualified or working towards it.
• Knowledge of import/export controls, including US export controls.

If you meet most, but not all, of the criteria, we still encourage you to apply. We value potential as much as experience.

Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our work, you must be able to gain and maintain SC‑level UK Government security clearance. Our recruitment team is on hand to answer any questions and will guide you through the process.

Benefits:

• Flexible working options, including compressed fortnight.
• Private healthcare.
• Cash health plan.
• Holiday buy and sell scheme.
• Career development programmes.
• Performance‑based bonuses.

Why Join Us?

• A Mission to Believe In: Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world. Your work will have purpose, impact, and meaning.
• A Place to Belong and Thrive: We believe every voice matters. You will join a supportive team that values diverse perspectives, inclusion, and collaboration.
• Your Career, Your Way: Shape your career journey with access to development programmes, mentorship, and opportunities for internal mobility across our growing UK organisation.

Ready to Apply?

• Yes – Submit your application online.
• Possibly – Contact us for more information.
• No – Explore other opportunities with us. We’re growing across the UK.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.