Supply Chain and Governance Technician
Location: Brize Norton, Oxfordshire (minimum 60% onsite)
Hours: 35 per week
Pay: £22.43/hr (PAYE) or £30.00/hr (Umbrella)
Security Clearance: BPSS to start, SC clearance required to continue
IR35: Inside
Make a Difference with Guidant Global
Join us at the heart of Airbus' UK Defence operations, supporting the Royal Air Force's A400M Programme. You'll play a vital role in missions that matter-from humanitarian airlifts to medical evacuations and global logistics support. This is your chance to work alongside senior leaders in a dynamic environment, where your contribution directly supports critical operations.
What You'll Do

• Prepare and process procurement requests, ensuring compliance with HMG codes and buying policies.
• Manage orders for consumables, expendables, and general procurement items.
• Use SAP and MySupply to handle purchasing requirements, from requisition to payment.
• Maintain accurate records of all purchase orders and requisitions.
• Generate procurement KPIs and reports to support continuous improvement.
• Liaise daily with suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues and ensure timely delivery.
• Support supplier performance management, including contract compliance and risk mitigation.
• Assist with budgetary control and quarterly procurement planning.
• Optimise stock levels and release orders based on demand analysis.
• Lead weekly meetings with suppliers and support process improvements across procurement activities.

What We're Looking For

• At least 3 years' experience in procurement or supply chain roles.
• Proficiency with SAP and MS Office; knowledge of MySupply is a plus.
• Strong planning, organisational, and communication skills.
• A proactive, adaptable approach and a positive mindset.
• Negotiation-level English, both written and verbal.
• Experience over formal qualifications-your skills and attitude matter most.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Be part of a team that supports real-world missions and makes a difference.
• Career Growth: Gain exposure to senior leaders and benefit from dedicated mentoring and development opportunities.
• Inclusive Culture: We value diverse perspectives and foster a supportive, collaborative environment.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a standard 35-hour week with early finishes on Fridays.

Additional Information

• Manual handling training provided.
• Flexible on industry background-transferable skills welcome.

Ready to take your next step?
If you're passionate about supply chain excellence and want to grow your career with a leading global employer, we'd love to hear from you.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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