Defence & Aerospace

Procurement Bid Manager

Procurement Bid Manager Guildford Based (Hybrid 3-4 days per week on site) £45.50 an hour Umbrella Inside 12 Month Contract initially. This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading Defence organisations based In Guildford The candidate will be expected to lead and manage the procurement activity for strategic bids/projects in support of business winning. The candidate will work as an integrated member of the Business Winning Capture Team supporting the Senior Leadership team to develop supply chain solutions, requiring the job holder to plan, deliver and deploy appropriate interventions and resource in support of business aims. Contribute to the delivery of the functional and line of business IBP. Experience required:- Will have significant experience working within a business winning procurement environment. Possess a high standard of Procurement competence in key areas of sourcing, process knowledge especially negotiation and contracting skills. Excellent project management skills, product awareness, commercial acumen, financial awareness, risk and opportunity management Good relationship management skills Good understanding of external environment and relevant market intelligence Demonstrate exemplary business acumen. Ability to run and direct strategic bids and campaigns throughout the LCM lifecycle. Excellent cross functional stakeholder management and interpersonal skills Ability to develop and lead a high performing team, enabling a positive working culture that embraces diversity of thought as required. Coaching and supporting development as required. Have CIPS L5 qualification, IACCM or equivalent standard. For more inormation please contact Lauren Morley at JAM Recruitment or click apply.

Procurement and Supply Chain

Demand Planner

Are you an experienced Demand Planner looking for your next opportunity supporting solutions with the manufacturing sector? If so, the following permanent role might be for you…. On behalf of my client, a leading Aerospace and Defence Electronics organisation based in Greater Manchester I am pleased to present the opportunity for a Demand Planner to work on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing accurate demand forecasts and collaborating with multiple departments, including Commercial and Operations, to align business processes and strategies. This is a truly exciting role for a candidate who is adept at managing complexities in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating problem-solving skills and adaptability. This role requires a blend of analytical expertise and business acumen to ensure that production capabilities meet or exceed demand forecasts. You will be responsible for: Developing and maintaining detailed schedules to meet operational demands by planning material and forecasted demand to meet budget Raising sales orders and uploading into MRP after contract review Raising and issuing works orders as required by the delivery schedule Expediting or deferring orders as required in line with schedule / inventory changes 5. Collaborating with department heads and team members to gather scheduling needs and prioritise tasks performing scenario planning when required Monitoring and adjusting schedules as necessary to accommodate changes in priorities, employee availability, and unforeseen circumstances Analysing scheduling data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement. Identify supply chain constraints and discrepancies between supply and demand Preparing and presenting forecast and inventory metrics to the Operations team Utilising scheduling software and tools to streamline the scheduling process and enhance communication You will have: Relevant experience in scheduling, planning, or a related role Proficiency in scheduling software and tools (ERP, Microsoft Office, FileMaker, etc) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy The package: * You'll receive a very competitive salary (£££ offered depends on level of experience), an early Friday finish and other benefits including pension, life assurance and 25 days' (plus bank holidays). In addition there are other non-tangible benefits including a commitment to training, development and career development.