At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead supply chain initiatives and ensure customer needs are met while optimising spend.
- Company: Join Northrop Grumman UK, a leader in innovative defence solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, private healthcare, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive community with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on defence programmes and shape the future of technology.
- Qualifications: Degree or equivalent experience in procurement and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 47400 - 58000 £ per year.
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Salary - 47,400 - 58,000
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 the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community.
As a Supply Chain Lead, you will be a key member of our Supply Chain team, ensuring customer requirements are met while protecting the commercial and financial interests of the business. You will help develop and deliver a sustainable supply chain that supports our Defence programmes, providing expert guidance on procurement, supplier management and operational effectiveness.
Your work will shape strategic supply chain initiatives, optimise spend, and enhance collaboration with suppliers. This includes demand forecasting, purchase order management, material sourcing, scheduling and inventory control.
Role Responsibilities
- Provide senior supply chain support across programmes, ensuring alignment with business needs.
- Lead negotiation and tendering strategies to secure best value and on‑time delivery.
- Manage supplier performance, including pricing, availability and issue resolution.
- Monitor supply chain risks, including obsolescence and supply issues, and escalate concerns when required.
- Ensure supplier performance metrics such as quality, on‑time delivery and risk management are effectively tracked.
Candidate Requirements
Essential
- Degree qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
- Construction procurement experience.
- Experience working within a supply chain function.
- Strong relationship‑building skills.
- Understanding of supply chain operations and efficiency improvement.
Preferred
- Experience in defence, engineering or complex project environments.
You must be able to gain and maintain SC level UK Government security clearance.
Benefits
- Flexible and hybrid working options, including an optional compressed fortnight.
- Private healthcare.
- Cash health plan.
- Holiday buy and sell scheme.
- Career development programmes.
- Performance bonuses.
Why Join Us?
A Mission to Believe In: Every day, we contribute to building a more secure and connected world, supporting Defence programmes and mission‑critical systems. You will be part of an inclusive community that supports authenticity, respect and collaboration.
Your Career, Your Way: Shape your future through diverse roles, development pathways and mentoring opportunities, supported by wellbeing and lifestyle benefits.
Yes - Submit your application online.
Summary
Location: T012 GBR - Cheltenham - Cheltenham House
Type: Full time
Senior Procurement Specialist - Supply Chain in Cheltenham employer: Northrop Grumman
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