Technical Procurement Officer

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Job Description:

Leidos are a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. 

https://www.leidos.com/company/global/uk-europe

Job Description:

Leidos UK is seeking a Technical Procurement Officer.

We are seeking a motivated self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment covering routine and non-routine matters.

Under limited supervision, the Procurement Officer will bring their technical knowledge into the Procurement team and will be responsible for activities that span the entire procurement cycle –proposal, administration, compliance and risk management of supplier contracts across the UK business

Acquisitions will be in support of civil and defence new business proposals and current programmes. The successful candidate will be required to work with suppliers to support the UK business whilst following the procurement processes and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Negotiates acquisitions of materials, software, services, and maintenance and support requirements.
• Applies technical knowledge to business requirements to support effective procurement approaches.
• Creates moderate to complex RFP solicitations in accordance with Leidos requirements. 
• Evaluates supplier proposal responses.
• Conducts price and cost analysis.
• Negotiates pricing and terms/conditions with suppliers.
• Administers orders of various types and complexity.
• Identifies and resolves moderate issues and problems on assigned purchase orders and make recommendations to management.
• Analyse risks and identify risk mitigation
• Acts as primary interface between supplier and the business for all supplier related issues. 
• Interacts with stakeholders as required. 
• Must have the interpersonal skills to deal effectively with supplier related issues of varying degrees of complexity and work issues to resolution. 
• Support senior staff and management as directed

Basic Qualifications

• Hold or be able to hold UK SC clearance
• Technical experience in solutions and BOM solutions
• Experience negotiating terms and conditions
• Successful track record of managing a variety of procurements, interfacing with internal customers, other functional support staff, and suppliers.
• Strong organizational, written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently, establish priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in the bid and new business proposal phases of a programme.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills, strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.

What do we do for you?

At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.

We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes:
•    Contributory Pension Scheme
•    Private Medical Insurance
•    33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
•    Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, childcare vouchers and cycle to work scheme)
 

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About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500^® information technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. The company’s 38,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

Securing Your Data

Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information at any part of the employment application process. And Leidos will communicate with you only through emails that are sent from a Leidos.com email address. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information, please report the email to [email protected].

Commitment to Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.