Procurement Manager

Discover Eaton Wimborne – Where Advanced Technology Fuels Global Defence Innovation. At our Wimborne site, formerly Cobham Mission Systems and now proudly part of the Eaton portfolio, we're redefining what’s possible in aerospace and defence. With a 1,000-strong team and a legacy of engineering precision, we design and manufacture world-class air-to-air refuelling systems and actuation solutions that support some of the most critical missions on the planet.

This is no ordinary facility. It’s a high-tech centre of excellence harnessing AI, machine learning, integrated testing, and next-generation systems to create equipment trusted by governments and defence forces worldwide. From concept to deployment, everything we do is driven by cutting-edge technology and an unwavering commitment to safety, performance, and progress.

But it’s not just about the tech—it’s about people. We believe in developing careers, not just job titles. From early talent to experienced specialists, we foster an environment where curiosity is fuelled, achievements are recognised, and growth is built into the journey.

Please note: As a defence site, we operate under ITAR regulations and all applicants must be eligible for UK Security Clearance.

What you’ll do:

• To ensure the effective procurement and co-ordination of procurement activities of the assigned commodity, components, work packages or services.
• Managing the end to end supply chain relationship with a specified group of IP and non IP vendors to ensure the best possible quality, cost, delivery and overall supplier reliability for the Business Unit.
• Undertake sourcing/selection processes in line with policy for allocated work packages.
• Undertake supplier relationship management tasking for allocated supply base i.e. business reviews, tactical improvement initiatives, supplier development etc.
• Work with buyers to ensure all purchase orders are issued IAW demand.
• Ensure all exceptions are executed in line with requirements.
• Review requirements to ensure component deliveries are scheduled in line with production requirements.
• Manage the communication of engineering changes, IP supplier changes and schedule changes.
• Work with internal teams to ensure supplier contracts and business agreements are in place and effective.
• Monitor delivery status of scheduled receipts to ensure on time delivery to need.
• Applying best practice to build and manage effective supplier management processes and strong supplier relationships and partnerships.
• Undertake commodity analysis to develop new and alternative sources of supply.
• Create and maintain both market and supplier profiles for all nominated suppliers within the commodity.
• Continually monitor, evaluate and report on the performance of suppliers.
• Manage day to day procurement activities including internal/vendor communications, schedule, delivery and commercial terms including any price variation.
• Deploy responsible supply chain management practices in accordance with company policy including risk registers, heat maps and any required corrective actions.
• Act as an effective point of escalation/problem resolution for supplier delivery or commercial issues.

Qualifications:

• Education level required: CIPS
• Skills:
• Technical knowledge: Supply Chain, Aerospace, engineering or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Soft skills: Communication, teamwork, influencing.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team.
• We make your aspirations matter – Eaton encourages internal promotion, whenever possible.
• We make your growth matter - We invest in our employees for the long term – not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University.
• We make your contributions matter - reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the core of our dedication to improving people’s lives and the environment through power management technologies.

The successful applicant will be in contact with US ITAR controlled technology, goods and information. As a condition of employment, employees with access to US ITAR controlled technology and goods may be required to undergo an additional screening process as part of the recruitment process.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.