Procurement Engineer – FCAS Business Partner

About the Role:

You will play a crucial role within the FCAS Procurement Team, supporting future combat air capability programmes. This involves the strategic coordination of suppliers and partners, working collaboratively across integrated project teams to manage highly detailed procurement activities. You will assist with bid submissions and oversee contractual and funding requirements that are essential for early-stage technology development in a fast-paced and innovative setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Governing strategic supplier activities, including supporting contracts, orderbooks, and procurement delivery across FCAS programmes.
• Collaborating with engineering and project teams to develop supply chain strategies that align with programme requirements.
• Supporting bid submissions by coordinating contractual and funding information to ensure successful programme delivery.
• Building strong stakeholder relationships with suppliers, partners, and internal functions to foster integrated working.
• Monitoring spend and supplier performance, supporting governance, negotiations, and alignment with planned budgets.

What We're Looking For:

• Adept procurement experience within fast-paced, high-volume, or highly regulated industry environments.
• Proven experience in negotiating contracts, coordinating bids, maintaining supplier relationships, and applying commercial terms and conditions knowledge.
• The ability to influence stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• Practical evaluating skills, with the capacity to compile data and present recommendations through reports and presentations.
• Experience using ERP systems and Microsoft Excel to support procurement activities, reporting, and operational strategy-making.

About the Air Procurement Team:

The Air Procurement Team is dedicated to supporting future combat air capability programmes. This function operates in close conjunction with procurement, engineering, and project teams to deliver innovative supply chain solutions. By coordinating strategic supplier relationships and multi-layered programme activities, the team plays a vital part in enabling early-stage technology development, fostering international collaboration, and driving long-term business growth.

Why BAE Systems?

At BAE Systems, you can build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. We offer lifelong learning, meaningful work, and an environment where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You will be recognised for your contributions and enjoy rewards tailored to what matters most to you and your family, with support for your financial and personal well-being, alongside a balanced lifestyle. Our supportive culture, embracing sustainable ways of working and a strong sense of shared purpose, is a place where you can feel you belong and be proud of the difference you make.

A Place Where Everyone Can Thrive:

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

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