Defence Project Manager — Supply Chain & Competitions

Thebusinessyear; Farnborough, Whiteley; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and solutions firm is seeking a Project Manager in Farnborough. The role requires expertise in Supply Chain and Project Management, with a focus on delivering defence projects on time and within budget. Key responsibilities include managing work packages, stakeholder engagement, and collaborating with the Programme Manager. This position also involves working with suppliers and maintaining project quality. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and be ready to handle customer interactions, ensuring successful outcomes.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

33 days Annual Leave

Access to Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record in successfully delivering projects in the defence environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and judgement for internal and external stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver contractual outputs to time, cost, and quality constraints.
• Manage project scope creep, requirements, and acceptance criteria.
• Lead the competitions team on a day-to-day basis.

Skills

Supply Chain Management experience

Project Management experience

Stakeholder management

Interpersonal skills

Job description

A leading technology and solutions firm is seeking a Project Manager in Farnborough. The role requires expertise in Supply Chain and Project Management, with a focus on delivering defence projects on time and within budget. Key responsibilities include managing work packages, stakeholder engagement, and collaborating with the Programme Manager. This position also involves working with suppliers and maintaining project quality. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and be ready to handle customer interactions, ensuring successful outcomes.