Supply Chain Partner

Job Description

Supply Chain Partner

BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. Learn more about BMT at www.bmt.org.

Why Work for Us?

Joining BMT means gaining access to a comprehensive set of employee benefits designed to empower your success. In addition to a competitive salary, our offerings encompass health, family, finance, and personal development, including:

· Private Medical (family coverage)

· Enhanced Pension

· Flexible Working

· Wellbeing Fund – an annual fund for personal hobbies or interests

· 26 Days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)

· Holiday Trading

· Retail Vouchers

· Professional Subscriptions

At BMT, we pride ourselves on being a verified flexible workplace, providing freedom and choice. Learn more about our flexible status at Flexa Careers.

About the role

We are increasingly using our knowledge and expertise to drive transformative designs, technology and solutions around the world that will contribute towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). BMT’s focus SDGs are Climate Action and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. These goals matter most to our stakeholders and are where we believe we can have the greatest impact towards a better future.

We are seeking individuals who are passionate about addressing these global challenges and are proactive in finding opportunities to integrate sustainable practices as part their role.

We have a fantastic opportunity for two Supply Chain Partners to join our existing Commercial team at BMT, reporting to the Head of Commercial (UK Region). This role will be based at Bath/Home (hybrid working), with travel to BMT offices as required. This a permanent, full-time position. Salary will be based on experience.

We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain professional to join our small but busy Commercial team. Reporting to the Head of Commercial (UK Region), You will be integral in helping to maintain a sustainable Supply Chain and managing all matters relating to procurement for packages of work and consultancy services including, but not limited to: engaging with suppliers to build and maintain strong relationships, running open and fair competitions, providing prompt and timely feedback to suppliers, and ensuring adherence with requirements and regulations including single source contract regulations.

Working closely with the Supply Chain Lead, the Commercial team, Capability Managers and Project Managers to proactively manage the relationships with suppliers and the procurement activities to ensure supplier performance. Provide support and assistance for the preparation of submissions, and clarification issues to the required standards and deadlines. Maintain procurement and supply chain records and assist in ensuring that all the company knowledge, information, records and report are maintained and effective in relation to all our subcontracts and subcontractors.

In terms of location, our offices are in Bath and we are happy to explore flexible and hybrid working arrangements. The team meet in Bath three / four times per month. You will also need to visit our clients, most of whom are based in the South West. This role is available part-time, job-share or full time. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time.

About you

The successful individual will be:

• Relevant and demonstrable experience in a supply chain or procurement related role, ideally within a Defence or Aerospace contracting environment:

• CIPS Level 3 or equivalent commercial experience;

• Highly numerate with a strong attention to detail;

• Effective communication skills, with the ability to use different communication approaches to engage with stakeholders;

• Ability to perform effectively when working as part of a team or when acting independently with support from the Supply Chain Lead and the wider commercial team;

• Basic understanding of the implications of contractual clauses relating to IPR, ITAR, government transparency requirements and security;

• Self-motivated, well organised and uses a methodical approach to their work;

• Flexible, adaptable, and have a genuine enthusiasm to contribute to the growth of a business.

Missing skills? Let us be the judge! BMT are passionate about people; we recognise that technology moves quickly and that no one can learn everything, which is why we seek those who can adapt and demonstrate the aptitude to learn. With enthusiasm and the right attitude, we can help you discover your potential.

What's Next?

If you are ready to contribute your skills and passion to a dynamic team addressing impactful challenges, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity with BMT. Join us in shaping a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future.

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