Purchasing Manager at Ultra Electronics Group

Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Procurement Manager to lead our buying team and optimize procurement operations. This role is responsible for managing supplier relationships, overseeing purchasing activities, and ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of goods and materials. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, deep procurement expertise, and a passion for continuous improvement

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Job Description

Roles and responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor the buying team, setting clear goals and performance expectations
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., planning, finance, operations) to plan purchases
• Analyze market trends and pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Use ERP systems (IFS) and procurement tools to track orders and generate reports
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and responsiveness
• Independently carries out Procurement processes, standards, and operational plans, including RFQs, negotiation preparations, and cost analysis.
• Drive actions to mitigate potential delivery delays by identifying risks, performing root cause analysis and development of recovery plans to bring shipments back in-line with customer requirements.
• Coordinates all activities related to procurement beginning with intent to purchase through delivery.
• Manages the release of RFQ’s and PO’s in accordance with company and government regulations.
• Negotiates the lowest possible cost balanced against the optimum quality and schedule needs.
• Assures material is delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, and meets the quality standards of the company.
• Maintains timely control of orders, amendments, shipping notices, and other documents to assure accurate retention of records.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in supply chain or procurement, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Proficiency in supply chain software (e.g., IFS, SAP, Oracle)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proven track record of managing teams and delivering results in a fast-paced environment
• Supply chain experience for an aerospace and/or Defense Company.
• Procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
  
  

Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and 5+ years related experience or an Associate Degree in a related field and 1+ years in a leadership role. May be required to maintain security clearance

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental, life insurance, RRSP, deferred profit sharing, optional critical illness insurance, an EFAP and student bursaries

We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback, goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP) and offer employee education assistance to allow our people to acquire new qualifications and certifications.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from Women, Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.

Reasonable accommodation statement: If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [email protected]

Company: Ultra Maritime