A great opportunity to be an integral part of the Procurement and Supply Chain function, in the Business Solutions and Improvement team, ensuring controls are robust and effective, promoting positive communication on all such aspects across the workforce
Job Title: Supplier Due Diligence Analyst
Salary: Circa £45,000 depending on experience
Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)
Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
The opportunity:
This role is an integral part of the Procurement and Supply Chain function, in the Business Solutions and Improvement team, ensuring controls are robust and effective, promoting positive communication on all such aspects across the workforce, carrying out functional activities in Supplier On-boarding and Supplier Risk processes and tools. The role will require familiarity with relevant laws and regulations, ensuring that all matters are conducted in an ethical manner.
- Manage the Supplier On-Boarding process within MBDA UK, providing assistance to the procurement and compliance Team on adherence to the policies and procedures that form the company's Anti-Bribery Management System;
- Assessing Ethics and financial outputs from third parties, attending meetings and forums as part of the MBDA UK Team;
- Assessing Supplier questionnaires, Requesting certifications, Sending electronic campaigns and ensuring all required documentation has been received and validated, ensuring strict compliance to internal processes;
- Build and maintain effective relationships across the business, promoting the development of a culture of integrity within MBDA UK so that the ethical principles, compliance rules and values of MBDA prosper;
- Assist the Group Supplier Domain lead with the planning and implementation of process updates and systems upgrades, leading the UK communication and training roll out into the wider business;
- Maintain supplier master data records and reporting associated with the management of Suppliers, ensuring data is up-to-date and reportable for senior stakeholders (CECRO, DMD, UK MD);
- Actively participate in the management of third-party suppliers, attending weekly reviews and ensuring information is updated in a timely manner post-meeting, manage Supplier on-Boarding Governance, running the committee of Supplier approval, implementing and tracking decisions and mitigation actions;
- Build and maintain effective relationships across the business, promoting the continuous development of supplier processes based on stakeholder feedback and a focus on UK customer requirements to maintain our commitment and values of MBDA prosper;
- Engage with Offset/IIC teams, planning and facilitating quarterly meetings and preparing data that is fit for purpose to undertake due diligence checks;
- Manage queries relating to Donations & Sponsorship, Gifts & Hospitality and Conflicts of Interest;
- Maintain knowledge, skills and expertise relating to Business Ethics & Compliance by keeping up to date with legal and regulatory changes.
What we're looking for from you:
- Ability to build strong and productive working relationships across the UK and Group teams;
- Ability to lead discussions and workshops in relation to Supplier Due diligence
- Experience of working in a similar sector is desirable;
- Knowledge and experience of tools such as SAP, Ivalua, Third party online data solutions desirable;
- MS Excel/Power point/Word compulsory and ability to utilise online tools associated with internal procedures;
- Willingness to maintain knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and associated legal cases.
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Our company:
MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
What we can offer you:
- Company bonus
: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year
- Pension
: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
- Overtime:
opportunity for paid overtime
- Flexi Leave:
Up to 15 additional days
- Enhanced parental leave:
offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
- Facilities
: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more...
- Training and Development
: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities
Our Business:
We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more...
We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.
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