Supply Chain Principal

Job Title: Supply Chain Principal

Location: Portsmouth Naval Base – On site

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: £45,000

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

Job Description:

As a Supply Chain Principal, you will be responsible for the day to day procurement of materials and subcontract services as first level escalation ensuring requirements related to cost, quality, delivery and export control are competitively achieved in line with requirements.

Core duties:

• Having line Management responsibilities including deputising for Procurement Manager, providing support in delivering KPI’s and being first port of call for escalations within the Supply Chain team
• Supporting and/or preparing outputs and deliverables and select suppliers in line with the departmental procedures and systems
• Supporting and/or negotiating all commercial, financial, quality and schedule elements of contracts and any authorised changes in line with departmental procedures, including export control requirements
• Supporting and delivering effective Supplier Development with suppliers requiring action
• Identifying and implementing cost saving, risks, opportunities and mitigation plans and implement accordingly
• Acting as the primary point of contact with assigned suppliers and customers (internal/external).

Essential Skills:

• Experience working in a Procurement / Supply Chain department
• Line Management experience
• Commercial and contractual acumen experience with an MCIPS (awarded or working towards) or equivalent work experience
• Excellent Supplier Relationship Management and Stakeholder Management experience

The Warship Support Maritime Services Supply Chain Team:

Working within the Warship Support Maritime Services Supply Chain responsible for delivering procurement / supply chain activities associated with a defined area. The role includes supporting the development of procurement / supply chain strategies & plans, and the engagement and management of suppliers, projects and other stakeholders to deliver project/business objectives. The management, coaching, mentoring and development of subordinate team members to drive performance.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 4th August 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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