Sourcing and Procurement Consultant - Defence & Security

Join our dynamic team at PA Consulting as a Sourcing and Procurement Consultant specializing in Defence & Security. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to enhance procurement strategies, drive operational efficiencies, and deliver exceptional value to our clients in the defence and security sectors.As a consultant, you will work closely with clients to identify opportunities for improvement, develop tailored sourcing solutions, and implement best practices that align with organizational goals. Your analytical skills and strategic mindset will be essential in navigating complex procurement landscapes and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Join our dynamic team at PA Consulting as an IT Sourcing and Procurement Consultant. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in sourcing strategies and procurement processes to drive efficiency and cost savings for our clients. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of businesses in a digital landscape. If you are passionate about technology and possess strong analytical skills, we invite you to apply and contribute to impactful projects.

Join our dynamic team at PA Consulting as a Supply Chain Consultant specializing in Defence & Security. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to help clients optimize their supply chains, ensuring efficiency and resilience in their operations.Your responsibilities will include analyzing supply chain processes, developing strategic solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement best practices. You will play a crucial role in driving improvements that enhance operational performance and deliver measurable results.

Join Turner Townsend as a Senior Commercial / Procurement Manager in the Defence sector, where you will lead strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives that drive efficiency and value across our projects. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while fostering relationships with key stakeholders.

We are seeking dedicated and skilled Procurement Consultants at all levels, who hold valid security clearance, to join our dynamic team in London. As a Procurement Consultant, you will play a fundamental role in our infrastructure projects, ensuring the procurement process is executed efficiently and effectively. This position provides an excellent opportunity to work on diverse projects in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with various stakeholders to drive value and deliver results.

Join our dynamic team at Turner Townsend as a Procurement Consultant, where you will play a pivotal role in optimizing procurement strategies and processes. You will leverage your expertise to deliver outstanding results for our clients in the infrastructure sector, ensuring the best value is achieved from suppliers.

Turner Townsend is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Procurement Consultant to join our dynamic team in London. As a crucial part of our Infrastructure department, you will leverage your expertise to enhance procurement strategies and drive efficiency across various projects.Your role will involve collaborating with clients to develop innovative procurement solutions, ensuring best practice standards are met while fostering strong supplier relationships. You will be instrumental in guiding project teams through the procurement lifecycle, from strategy development through execution.

Join PA Consulting as a Technology Strategy and Sourcing Consultant, where you'll collaborate with industry leaders to drive impactful technology solutions. In this role, you will analyze market trends, develop sourcing strategies, and deliver innovative technology frameworks tailored to our clients' needs. Your expertise will help organizations enhance their technological capabilities and achieve strategic business objectives.

Join Turner Townsend as a Senior Consultant in Transformational Procurement, where you will play a pivotal role in driving strategic procurement initiatives for our diverse portfolio of clients. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and deliver exceptional value. Your expertise will help shape procurement strategies that align with our clients' goals and objectives.

Join our team as a Security Cleared Data Professional within our Defence Programme. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and security of sensitive data while contributing to the success of various defence projects. Your expertise will be pivotal in analyzing, managing, and safeguarding data across multiple platforms. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment alongside industry experts.

Turner & Townsend is seeking skilled PMO Specialists to support our National Security accounts, particularly those who currently possess the highest level of UK government clearance. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to critical projects in the Government and Defence sector.To understand more about UK clearance and vetting, please visit: UK Security Vetting and ClearanceThe roles we are looking to fill include:PMO ManagerCoachSchedulerPlannerInsights & Reporting ManagerIf you have any of the aforementioned skills and hold the highest level of UK clearance, we are eager to connect with you.

Launch your career with us. Grow and thrive.As a vital member of the AECOM Advisory Services division, our Strategic Procurement team recognizes the essential role of a well-crafted, market-validated procurement strategy as a key factor in project success. This approach ensures the selection of the perfect supply chain partners into a commercial partnership rooted in shared objectives.In alignment with the Advisory Services vision, we strive to be acknowledged both internally and externally as a premier provider of strategic and technical procurement advisory services in the UK and Ireland. Our goal is to foster enduring relationships with clients, establishing ourselves as trusted advisors known for our excellence and innovation.Our Work PhilosophyWe partner with clients to devise and implement a procurement strategy that meets their specific success criteria. By leveraging insights and lessons from previous projects, we ensure the most effective strategies are employed. Our support spans all phases of the commercial lifecycle, enhancing client teams to maximize value. Our success is intrinsically linked to our clients' achievements.Your Role:Deliver high-quality procurement advice and support for AECOM’s infrastructure clients on major projects.Lead and/or contribute to industry-leading projects and programs, acting as the strategic procurement subject matter expert.As we expand our service portfolio and pursue continuous improvement, you will have the opportunity to shape our future.Collaborate with AECOM colleagues to provide exceptional multi-disciplinary solutions that deliver significant value.Challenge yourself within a leading organization, with opportunities for personal development alongside your peers.If you are driven by innovation and eager to turn ambitious ideas into reality, AECOM is the place for you. Join our team, where we not only construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and improve lives. Follow our AECOM page on LinkedIn to stay informed about the impactful projects we undertake and witness the difference we are making in the industry!Key Responsibilities:Offer procurement advice by understanding client priorities and success factors, guiding them through the creation of the optimal delivery model, contract strategy, commercial model, and market approach for their projects.Oversee the competitive procurement process, including market engagement, supplier selection, tender documentation, management, evaluation, and negotiation.Provide guidance on commercial elements, category management, and performance evaluation.Assist in work-winning efforts by contributing to proposals and business development activities.

Join Our Innovative Team at QuantexaAre you passionate about driving improvement and innovation? At Quantexa, we thrive on this ambition every day. Our culture of exploration and creativity empowers us to forge meaningful relationships with our clients, enabling transformative changes across their industries. Our commitment to diversity is reflected in our workforce, where 41% of our colleagues come from ethnic or religious minority backgrounds, and we proudly communicate in over 20 languages across 50+ nationalities.Be Part of Our Journey Towards the Future!Your Role:As the UK Defence Sales Director, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our mission within the National Security and Defence sector. Your focus will be on promoting innovation and facilitating the effective use of data to empower operational and business decisions that are timely, accurate, and reliable. You will collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance existing partnerships and cultivate new ones, significantly impacting our EMEA Public Sector team.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate closely with the VP of EMEA Public Sector and other leaders to develop and implement the sales strategy for the UK Defence Sector.Consistently achieve sales targets and contribute to the overall growth of the business.Utilize a combination of hunting and farming approaches to nurture a robust sales pipeline and secure new clients.Engage with cross-functional teams including Solutions Engineers, Marketing, Delivery, and Technology Account Partners to drive success.

AECOM Advisory is a cutting-edge management consulting Global Business Line, leveraging AECOM’s impressive operational expertise in infrastructure design and engineering services. As a trusted advisor, we cater to senior-level clients and executive teams, addressing their most critical enterprise and strategic needs.We engage with clients across the entire value chain in infrastructure and the built environment, including central and local governments, defence, energy sectors, investors, transportation, and water management. Our UK team boasts 100 skilled professionals, including business analysts, economists, commercial strategists, major programme advisors, and change management specialists. Our mission is to guide clients in developing strategies, establishing major programmes for successful delivery, and enhancing operational performance to create value for stakeholders and positively impact communities.AECOM Advisory represents a new consulting paradigm, combining operational and technical expertise with profound industry insights to serve our clients effectively.We are eager to welcome driven leaders to our team at AECOM Advisory, particularly those who are dedicated to supporting our clients' missions. This role can be performed from any location within the UK.As a Senior Director within our UK business, you will play a pivotal role in driving business development, supervising engagement delivery, and advancing practice development within the defence sector. This seller-doer position includes, but is not limited to:Initiating industry dialogues and networking to identify and cultivate business development opportunities.Utilizing industry knowledge and commercial insight to strategically target and shape business development initiatives.Managing all facets of business development for engagements and broader campaigns, including client outreach, proposal creation, solutions architecture, pricing strategy, internal risk assessments, and compliance processes.Leading multiple delivery teams across various models and scopes, ensuring quality control and oversight.Providing leadership in client interactions regarding delivery progress, insights validation, and maintaining visibility with C-suite clients and senior management.Collaborating effectively with peers and technical teams to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Role Overview ASOS is looking for a Sourcing Partner to strengthen its supply chain team in London. This role focuses on finding and building relationships with new suppliers, making sure they align with ASOS's quality and ethical standards. The position supports the company's ongoing work in sustainability and forward-thinking fashion. What You Will Do Identify potential suppliers who can meet ASOS's requirements. Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships. Verify that suppliers adhere to company quality benchmarks and ethical practices. Support sustainability and innovation goals within the sourcing process. Location This position is based in London.

Role overview Version 1 is looking for a Security Consultant to help clients strengthen their security across digital, data, and cloud projects. This full-time position focuses on assessing risks, shaping effective security strategies, and putting practical measures in place to protect important data and systems. What you will do Review client environments to find security risks and vulnerabilities Create and recommend security strategies that fit each client's needs Implement solutions to protect data, applications, and infrastructure Collaborate with teams in Digital, Data, and Cloud to build strong security practices into projects Locations This Security Consultant position is available in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle upon Tyne, Edinburgh, and Belfast.

Join Turner Townsend as a Senior Procurement Consultant specializing in Renewable Energy Capital Programmes and Projects. In this pivotal role, you will lead procurement strategies that drive sustainable energy initiatives forward. Your expertise will contribute significantly to our mission of delivering innovative solutions for our clients within the renewable energy sector.

Join our dynamic team at PA Consulting Group as a Managing Consultant specializing in Public Services and Complex Procurement. In this pivotal role, you will lead strategic projects, leveraging your expertise to drive transformation and enhance service delivery within the public sector. Your responsibilities will include managing client relationships, developing innovative solutions, and mentoring junior consultants.

Join turnertownsend as a Senior / Associate Project Manager in our Defence department, where you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and delivering complex projects. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. Your expertise will help drive our mission forward in the Defence sector.

Join Smartdesc as an Information Security ConsultantLocation: Field-based, primarily in the London areaEmployment Type: Full-timeSalary: £70,000 - £80,000As an Information Security Consultant at Smartdesc, you will collaborate with the Information Security and technical delivery teams to implement robust security solutions for our clients.Your role will involve providing strategic guidance on Information Security, aiding clients in enhancing their security posture, and overseeing a variety of security projects. This includes assisting clients in implementing security controls, conducting assessments based on industry best practices, and delivering assessment reports to Senior Leadership Teams to bolster their security measures.The position encompasses a diverse array of responsibilities, from strategic governance and risk management to advising non-profit organizations on maximizing the value of Microsoft Business Premium, E3, and E5 security solutions. You should be comfortable presenting security information to varied audiences, from part-time volunteers to executive boards.This customer-facing role demands a meticulous eye for detail and a proven track record in delivering exemplary Information Security practices.Key ResponsibilitiesAssess and identify steps organizations must take to enhance their security posture, creating roadmaps for continuous improvement while maximizing existing Microsoft licensing.Align security practices with frameworks and standards such as Cyber Essentials, NCSC CAF, and ISO 27001.Own or oversee key Information Security processes and procedures.Manage the Smartdesc MDR management service.Implement and oversee Information Security Risk Management programs.Identify and manage remediation actions to mitigate risks.Develop and maintain Information Security Policies.Create and deliver general and role-specific Information Security Training and Awareness programs.Raise, investigate, and manage IT Security incidents, ensuring appropriate follow-up actions.Provide IT security support to various business functions, including digital teams, IT infrastructure, and IT Service Desk.Develop and oversee Information Security Internal Audit programs.Supervise ongoing security testing, reviews, and audits.