Supply Chain Manager

Job Title\: Supply Chain Manager

Location\: Barrow-in-Furness, onsite 2-3 days per week pending business needs

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

Grade\: GG12

You’re expected to have completed 12 months in role prior to applying for an advertised vacancy and you should also discuss the internal opportunity with your line manager to ensure sustained business continuity and to further support your career development.

We know there may be exceptional individual circumstances that impact this, in the first instance please discuss this with your line manager.

If you don’t feel you can talk to your line manager, you can contact your HRBP.

PLEASE NOTE\: Should you be invited for interview; you acknowledge that the Recruitment team will contact you and your line manager regarding your application for this opportunity.

Job Description\:

Step into a role where your leadership directly shapes one of the UK’s most complex and high‑profile defence programmes. We’re looking for an exceptional supply‑chain professional to lead a high‑performing team within our Strategic Outsourcing function, driving delivery across strategic manufacturing and jigs for the Dreadnought programme.

Core duties\:

• Management of supplier agreements, ensuring compliance and performance
• Leading new tenders and contract updates with a focus on cost‑optimisation priorities
• Reporting and reviewing procurement KPIs to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities
• Providing clear direction, coaching, and day‑to‑day leadership of a team of supply chain professionals
• embedding strong governance and efficient processes

Essential Skills\:

• Proven experience managing procurement activities within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Understanding of how procurement activities connect to wider business processes
• Leadership experience, with the ability to guide teams, influence stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement
• Hands‑on experience managing supplier contracts, monitoring performance, and implementing corrective actions
• Considerable Negotiation skills
• Flexibility for monthly UK travel

The Strategic Outsourcing Team\:

Step into a fast‑paced, cross‑programme environment where you’ll work across multi‑year strategic outsourcing contracts and help shape delivery that really matters. You’ll join at an exciting moment\: the Dreadnought programme is now in build, with a strong pipeline of continuous and future work. This role offers genuine opportunities for career development, exposure to complex delivery challenges, and the chance to make a measurable impact across multiple programmes. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.

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\: 9th September 2026