Navantia UK is a new force in British industry, supporting the UK’s defence, energy and maritime ambitions. We’re doing this by creating state-of-the-art sovereign defence capabilities, investing in the UK to modernise industrial facilities, and bolstering the nation's energy security. Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state-owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history. In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. By combining Harland & Wolff’s proud heritage and facilities with Navantia’s global expertise, Navantia UK is well-positioned to strengthen Britain’s defence, maritime and energy industrial capabilities, supporting jobs and economic growth across the UK.
Job DescriptionJob Purpose
You will work as part of the Procurement Team and closely with an integrated supply chain and internal stakeholders to co-ordinate and manage business requests. Key responsibilities will be to manage contracts and suppliers to maximise customer service and operating performance.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing the procurement of materials, equipment, and services essential for shipbuilding projects, ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and adherence to quality.
Key Duties:
- Procure goods, materials, components, and services in line with specified cost, quality, and delivery targets
- Research and evaluate areas of opportunity and reduce costs where possible
- Identify, manage and mitigate any supply chain risks
- Deliver procurement briefs, updates, and reports as and when required
- Assist in cost analysis and contribute to the development of efficient and innovative procurement processes
- Add value, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of best procurement practice
- Negotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings
- Ensure compliance to all internal procedures and external regulations
- Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and production teams to forecast material needs
- Prepare and process purchase orders/contracts, track shipments, and manage inventory levels to ensure timely availability of critical materials
- Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and alternative materials in shipbuilding
- Assess and evaluate suppliers and undertake performance reviews to ensure contract compliance and manage performance improvement activities
- Where applicable, manage and mentor Buyers in the delivery of key duties which assist the Procurement function
Essential Criteria:
- Confident in the use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Proven experience of Senior Procurement expertise
- Contract Tendering, awarding and management
- Strong Negotiation Skills
- Strong analytical and commercial acumen
- Previous experience of using an ERP system e.g. SAP
- Supplier sourcing competency and knowledge of local and national supply chains
- Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Desirable Criteria:
- Strong knowledge of marine equipment, steel fabrication, coatings, propulsion systems, outfitting, and other shipbuilding materials and systems
- Experience of Project Procurement and Capital Investment Contracts
Qualifications:
- MCIPS Qualified or working towards qualification
- Degree in a relative Business, Engineering or Manufacturing discipline
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary.
- 33 days holiday.
- Company pension.
- Flexitime and half-day Fridays.
- Free on-site parking.
- Learning & development opportunities.
- Health Care Cash plan
***Please note as part of the onboarding process all candidates will need to complete BPSS security clearance***
We are an Opening Doors employer, committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. Our approach, shaped by our values of service, trust, excellence, agility, dedication, and you, we focus on removing barriers and recognising potential. We are committed to fairness at every stage, including providing reasonable adjustments and actively working to eliminate discrimination.
We believe talent is everywhere, and by widening access to opportunity and welcoming diverse experiences, we aim to create a workplace where every person feels valued and has an equal chance.
If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at [email protected] and one of the team will be in contact to help you.
