Strategic Supply Chain Officer Location: Warton, LancashireWorking Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days on site per weekPay Rate: £26.07 per hour PAYE or £34.99 via umbrella (inside IR35)Contract: ContractEmployer: BAE Systems About the Role We are currently recruiting for a Strategic Supply Chain Officer to join BAE Systems at their Warton site. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced supply chain professional to work within a high-profile engineering and defence environment, supporting strategic supply chain activities and helping to ensure effective supplier performance, delivery and commercial outcomes. Key Responsibilities Support the development and implementation of strategic supply chain plans and objectives.Manage and maintain effective relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.Monitor supplier performance, including cost, quality, delivery and risk.Identify and support opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency and continuous improvement.Analyse supply chain data and provide reports and recommendations to stakeholders.Support supplier reviews, performance improvement plans and escalation activities.Work collaboratively with procurement, engineering, manufacturing, quality and project teams.Identify potential supply chain risks and support appropriate mitigation strategies.Ensure supply chain activities are aligned with business requirements and contractual obligations.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the wider supply chain ..... full job details .....