Job Description

Job description

Are you interested in Submarines? We are too! Come and join us in the Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA).

SDA are working with two commercial partners, forming the Dreadnought Alliance. This alliance is bringing together the collective capabilities of the SDA, BAE Systems and Rolls-Royce to ensure the Dreadnought Programme delivers four submarines, at an estimated whole life cost of £31 billion, with the first one ready for patrol in the early 2030s.

We have an opportunity to begin a career as a Supply Chain Manager in the Dreadnought Supply and Support Team (DSST).

DSST is responsible for delivering Government Furnished Assets (GFA), including equipment, information, and resources, into the Dreadnought Design and Build Programme, and for managing the transition of Dreadnought into the Royal Navy. The SCM role will centre on the Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) aspect.

The GFA Asset Management Team is responsible for the receipt and handover of GFE to the Dreadnought Programme and is the onsite presence for logistics collaboration and delivery issue resolution. The team is also accountable for all MOD supplied equipment verification activities prescribed by the wider MoD organisation.

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated people to develop skills in roles primarily engaged in transactional activities, working under guidance in a fast-paced environment.

In return, we offer great benefits including – a market leading employer pension contribution, performance-based bonuses, a flexible working environment, together with training and development opportunities to enable you to build a career in the SDA. We also have a wide range of staff networks, where you can meet new people, share perspectives, and celebrate differences, too. You can be sure that when you join us, you’ll be joining a real community.

Candidates may be entitled to relocation expenses for this position. This will depend on the outcome of an eligibility check by Defence Business Services (DBS).

This role is based in our offices in Barrow-in-Furness, and in-office attendance is expected at least 3 days per week

Due to security requirements, this post is reserved for Sole UK Nationals only.

About the role
In this role, your key responsibilities will include:

• Processing deliveries in a timely and accurate manner.
• Updating and maintaining item data records accurately to ensure process compliance and operational efficiency.
• Monitoring delivery performance and tracking any outstanding issues until resolved.
• Varying involvement in GFE activities relating to receipt, inventory verification, ,storage and maintenance activities.
• Supporting development of management information.
• Always Complying with appropriate policy and safety requirements.
• Escalating any complex issues to senior colleagues and being proactive in suggesting/implementing areas for improvement.

Person specification

To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:

• Ability to work individually and as part of a team
• Evidence of customer focus and stakeholder engagement experience, internal and external at all levels
• Experience in handling, interpreting, and reporting on data
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams)
• Experience of working within Supply Chain Management

It would also be great if you can demonstrate any of the following desirable criteria:

• Experience of using a stock / purchasing system
• Experience using Logistic Information Systems

In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:

• Continuous improvements to optimise support – Supervised Practitioner
• Stakeholder management – Supervised Practitioner
• Making effective decisions
• Managing a quality service

Benefits

We're pleased to offer a generous benefits package to support everything from your work-life balance to your bank balance, including:

• 25 days’ holiday a year, plus 1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday
• A market-leading employer pension contribution of around 27 percent, an annual performance-based bonus, and recognition awards
• Flexible and hybrid working wherever possible, to support your work-life balance (though some attendance to the stated site is required)
• Access to specialist training and funded professional qualifications, with plenty of opportunities and support for progression
• A huge range of discounts including retail, sports, leisure, restaurants, gifts, days out, holidays, cinema, motoring, insurance, health care, gym memberships, and more
• Up to six days of paid leave a year for volunteering
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave schemes, offering 100% pay for 26 weeks (after a qualifying period)
• We champion a diverse and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and give their best. We believe that by harnessing the power of different ideas, experiences, and perspectives, we can achieve our ambitions, together. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £32,500.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexitime

Schedule:

• Flexitime

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Barrow-In-Furness

Reference ID: ORC1005

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