Principal Commodity Specialist
- Employer
- Raytheon UK
- Location
- United Kingdom, Glenrothes
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- 2 Dec 2019
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- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
- Sector
- Defence
- Job Role
- Software Developer
- Job Type
- Permanent
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Job Details
Title -: Commodity Manager
Purpose of Job -:
As a key member of the Procurement team focus will be on providing leadership in the development and execution of Commodity Strategies. Responsibilities will include the development of key supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and defining and implementing Commodity strategies focussed on technology, capability, risk, and cost.
This high profile role will require a procurement professional who can operate primarily at a strategic level but with the ability to support at an operational level when required.
Main Responsibilities - :
Commodity Management
Provide a pro-active approach to supporting the Commodity on risk , market and technology trends
Drive KPI/scorecard management for suppliers.
Implement, negotiate and manage supply agreements and contract pricing with key suppliers
UK and some international travel may be required
Competencies -:
Performance and results driven
Ability to understand technical requirements
Good negotiation skills
Time management and organisational skills
IT literate
Personal Characteristics-:
Excellent communication skills
Strong sense of urgency and a self starter
Ownership and accountability
Assertiveness
Ability to work with all levels of people
History of continuous improvement
Education and Experience-:
About Raytheon UK
With facilities in Broughton, Waddington, Glenrothes, Harlow, Gloucester and Manchester, Raytheon UK is invested in the British workforce and the development of UK technology. Across the country the company employs 1,700 people and supports 8,000 jobs. As a prime contractor and major supplier to the U.K. Ministry of Defence, Raytheon continues to invest in research and development, supporting innovation and technological advances across the country.
About Raytheon
Raytheon Company, with 2018 sales of $27 billion and 67,000 employees, is a technology and innovation leader specialising in defence, civil government and cybersecurity solutions. With a history of innovation spanning 97 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, C5I™ products and services, sensing, effects and mission support for customers in more than 80 countries. Raytheon
is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. Follow us on Twitter
.
Raytheon Career Development:
Raytheon has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join. Activities range from on-line learning modules, to external training and support for taking professional qualifications relevant to your role.
Standard Benefits:
•
25 days holiday + statutory public holidays
•
Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)
•
6 times salary 'Life Assurance'
•
Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice scheme's.
•
Enhanced sick pay scheme
•
Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, including enhanced Maternity & Shared Parental leave.
•
37hr working week, with an early finish Friday (hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site specifics arrangements). Flexible working arrangements can be considered depending on the role and subject to line manager approval.
•
Canteen facilities available at Harlow & Glenrothes sites and Manchester & Gloucester offer free snacks & drinks (hot & cold) available.
Diversity:
Diversity is a core business imperative at Raytheon. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes inclusiveness and always employs the best professionals for the job. Having a diverse workforce allows Raytheon to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences which supports growing our business and creates an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success. Raytheon UK pro-actively encourages diversity of ideas, thoughts, and networking opportunities and has created Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including Raytheon Women's Network, YesNet (Young Employees Success Network), Raytheon Reservist Network (RaRe), Raytheon Alliance for Diverse Abilities (RADA) and all work together with our Diversity & Inclusion counsel, and all Raytheon employees are welcome to participate regardless of their background.
As a proud contributor to the HM Armed Forces, Raytheon UK signed the HM Armed Forces covenant in 2014. Due to the varied activities and support to our Armed Forces & Reservists,
Raytheon UK has since been awarded the prestigious Covenant 'Gold Award' Employee Recognition.
Raytheon UK recognise that our people are the critical factor in our success, and we strive to provide a challenging and rewarding careers.
Business Unit Profile
About Raytheon:
Raytheon UK is a subsidiary of Raytheon Company. We are a prime contractor and major supplier to the UK Ministry of Defence and have developed strong capabilities in mission systems integration in defence, national security and commercial markets.
Raytheon Company, with 2013 sales of $24 billion and 63,000 employees worldwide, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defence, security and civil markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 92 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems; as well as cyber security and a broad range of mission support services. Raytheon is headquartered in Waltham, Mass. For more about Raytheon, visit us at www.raytheon.co.uk and follow us on Twitter @Raytheon.
Raytheon Career Development:
Raytheon has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join. Activities range from on-line learning modules, to external training and support for taking professional qualifications relevant to your role.
Standard Benefits:
•25 days holiday + statutory holidays
•Contributory Pension Scheme
•Life Assurance
•Flexible Benefits
•Enhanced sick pay scheme
Diversity:
Diversity is a core business imperative at Raytheon. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes inclusiveness and always employs the best professionals for the job. Having a diverse workforce allows Raytheon to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences which supports growing our business and creates an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success.
Raytheon Application Process
To apply visit the link to the website http://jobs.raytheon.com/united-kingdom/search/
and search for Req ID: 61449BR. Please complete the on-line instructions to create a profile and upload CV.
Please also view the Raytheon video: http://www.raytheon.com/ourcompany/ourculture/
Relocation Eligible
No
Clearance Type
SC
Expertise
Supply Chain/Purchasing
Type Of Job
Full Time
Work Location
United Kingdom - Glenrothes
Purpose of Job -:
As a key member of the Procurement team focus will be on providing leadership in the development and execution of Commodity Strategies. Responsibilities will include the development of key supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and defining and implementing Commodity strategies focussed on technology, capability, risk, and cost.
This high profile role will require a procurement professional who can operate primarily at a strategic level but with the ability to support at an operational level when required.
Main Responsibilities - :
Commodity Management
Provide a pro-active approach to supporting the Commodity on risk , market and technology trends
Drive KPI/scorecard management for suppliers.
Implement, negotiate and manage supply agreements and contract pricing with key suppliers
UK and some international travel may be required
Competencies -:
Performance and results driven
Ability to understand technical requirements
Good negotiation skills
Time management and organisational skills
IT literate
Personal Characteristics-:
Excellent communication skills
Strong sense of urgency and a self starter
Ownership and accountability
Assertiveness
Ability to work with all levels of people
History of continuous improvement
Education and Experience-:
- Ideally Degree Qualified (or equivalent)
- CIPS preferred
- SAP preferred
- Price/Cost analysis.
- Working Knowledge of Contract Law preferred
About Raytheon UK
With facilities in Broughton, Waddington, Glenrothes, Harlow, Gloucester and Manchester, Raytheon UK is invested in the British workforce and the development of UK technology. Across the country the company employs 1,700 people and supports 8,000 jobs. As a prime contractor and major supplier to the U.K. Ministry of Defence, Raytheon continues to invest in research and development, supporting innovation and technological advances across the country.
About Raytheon
Raytheon Company, with 2018 sales of $27 billion and 67,000 employees, is a technology and innovation leader specialising in defence, civil government and cybersecurity solutions. With a history of innovation spanning 97 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, C5I™ products and services, sensing, effects and mission support for customers in more than 80 countries. Raytheon
is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. Follow us on Twitter
.
Raytheon Career Development:
Raytheon has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join. Activities range from on-line learning modules, to external training and support for taking professional qualifications relevant to your role.
Standard Benefits:
•
25 days holiday + statutory public holidays
•
Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)
•
6 times salary 'Life Assurance'
•
Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice scheme's.
•
Enhanced sick pay scheme
•
Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, including enhanced Maternity & Shared Parental leave.
•
37hr working week, with an early finish Friday (hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site specifics arrangements). Flexible working arrangements can be considered depending on the role and subject to line manager approval.
•
Canteen facilities available at Harlow & Glenrothes sites and Manchester & Gloucester offer free snacks & drinks (hot & cold) available.
Diversity:
Diversity is a core business imperative at Raytheon. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes inclusiveness and always employs the best professionals for the job. Having a diverse workforce allows Raytheon to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences which supports growing our business and creates an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success. Raytheon UK pro-actively encourages diversity of ideas, thoughts, and networking opportunities and has created Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including Raytheon Women's Network, YesNet (Young Employees Success Network), Raytheon Reservist Network (RaRe), Raytheon Alliance for Diverse Abilities (RADA) and all work together with our Diversity & Inclusion counsel, and all Raytheon employees are welcome to participate regardless of their background.
As a proud contributor to the HM Armed Forces, Raytheon UK signed the HM Armed Forces covenant in 2014. Due to the varied activities and support to our Armed Forces & Reservists,
Raytheon UK has since been awarded the prestigious Covenant 'Gold Award' Employee Recognition.
Raytheon UK recognise that our people are the critical factor in our success, and we strive to provide a challenging and rewarding careers.
Business Unit Profile
About Raytheon:
Raytheon UK is a subsidiary of Raytheon Company. We are a prime contractor and major supplier to the UK Ministry of Defence and have developed strong capabilities in mission systems integration in defence, national security and commercial markets.
Raytheon Company, with 2013 sales of $24 billion and 63,000 employees worldwide, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defence, security and civil markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 92 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems; as well as cyber security and a broad range of mission support services. Raytheon is headquartered in Waltham, Mass. For more about Raytheon, visit us at www.raytheon.co.uk and follow us on Twitter @Raytheon.
Raytheon Career Development:
Raytheon has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join. Activities range from on-line learning modules, to external training and support for taking professional qualifications relevant to your role.
Standard Benefits:
•25 days holiday + statutory holidays
•Contributory Pension Scheme
•Life Assurance
•Flexible Benefits
•Enhanced sick pay scheme
Diversity:
Diversity is a core business imperative at Raytheon. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes inclusiveness and always employs the best professionals for the job. Having a diverse workforce allows Raytheon to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences which supports growing our business and creates an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success.
Raytheon Application Process
To apply visit the link to the website http://jobs.raytheon.com/united-kingdom/search/
and search for Req ID: 61449BR. Please complete the on-line instructions to create a profile and upload CV.
Please also view the Raytheon video: http://www.raytheon.com/ourcompany/ourculture/
Relocation Eligible
No
Clearance Type
SC
Expertise
Supply Chain/Purchasing
Type Of Job
Full Time
Work Location
United Kingdom - Glenrothes
Company
Raytheon UK is a subsidiary of Raytheon Company. It is a prime contractor and major supplier to the U.K. Ministry of Defence and has developed strong capabilities in mission systems integration in defence, national security and commercial markets. Raytheon UK also designs, develops and manufactures a range of high-technology electronic systems and software at facilities in Harlow, Glenrothes, Gloucester, Waddington, Broughton and Manchester.
Raytheon UK has six key sites. Our manufacturing hub is in Glenrothes in Fife where we employ more than 560 people. The aircraft systems integration takes place in Broughton, North Wales. We manage the Sentinel programme from RAF Waddington where we provide training and a wide range of development work for the RAF. At Gloucester and Manchester, our new cyber business centres conduct specialist research and software development work for customers, and finally there’s our technology centre in Harlow.
With more than 1,600 employees situated across England, Scotland and Wales, Raytheon UK continues to invest in its infrastructure and people as well as growing its graduate and apprenticeship programmes.
Raytheon Company, with 2017 sales of $25 billion and 64,000 employees, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, civil government and cybersecurity solutions. With a history of innovation spanning 96 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, C5I™ products and services, sensing, effects, and mission support for customers in more than 80 countries. Raytheon is headquartered in Waltham, Mass.
Company info
- Telephone
- 01895 816248
- Location
-
Uxbridge
GB
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