Procurement Officer

Navantia UK is a UK incorporated company, subsidiary of Spanish Navantia, created to work with UK industrial partners in shipbuilding, defence and offshore wind energy . With a history that goes back more than 300 years, Navantia is a world reference in the design, building, integration and life‑cycle support of state‑of‑the‑art warships for the Spanish Navy and international customers and it has extensive experience in ToT programmes.

Job Description

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
Deliver 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

MCIPS Qualified or working towards qualification
Degree in a relative Business, Engineering or Manufacturing discipline

Professional Certifications

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity (CPSD)

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. This includes ensuring hiring managers are aware of legislation, providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, and actively seeking to eliminate any form of discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a recruitment environment where every candidate feels valued and has an equal chance to succeed.

Contact

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role online, please contact us at and one of the team will be in contact to help you.

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