Procurement Officer (Subcontracts)

Navantia UK is a UK incorporated company, subsidiary of Spanish Navantia, created to work with UK industrial partners in shipbuilding, defence and in offshore wind energy. With a history that goes back more than 300 hundred years, Navantia is a world reference in the design, building, integration and life cycle support of state-of-the-art war ships for the Spanish Navy and international customers and has extensive experience in ToT programmes.

Job Description

Job Purpose

As Procurement Officer (Subcontracts), you will play a key role in enabling successful project delivery by sourcing and managing high-quality subcontracted services. You will lead end-to-end subcontract procurement activities, ensuring best value, compliance, and risk mitigation, while building strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

This role offers the opportunity to apply your procurement expertise in a dynamic environment, influencing outcomes, improving processes, and contributing directly to organisational performance.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Manage the full lifecycle of subcontract procurement activities, including sourcing, tendering, negotiation, and contract award.
Assess subcontractor proposals, capabilities, and performance to ensure alignment with project needs, quality expectations, and organisational standards.
Prepare and issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotations (RFQs), and subcontract agreements.
Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with contractual terms, delivery schedules, quality requirements, and regulatory obligations.
Maintain accurate and auditable procurement records to support governance, reporting, and continuous improvement.
Work closely with project managers, legal, finance, and other stakeholders to ensure procurement strategies support project and business objectives.
Conduct market analysis to identify capable subcontractors, understand market trends, and benchmark pricing and service offerings.
Provide advice and guidance on subcontracting policies, procedures, and best practice across the organisation.
Identify, assess, and manage risks associated with subcontractor engagement, including financial, operational, and compliance risks.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrable experience in procurement, ideally within subcontracting or services procurement.
Strong understanding of procurement principles, contract management, and relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.
Highly developed negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in procurement systems, ERP platforms, and the Microsoft Office suite.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build productive relationships at all levels.
Highly organised and detail-focused, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively.

Working Environment

Standard office-based role. Occasional travel and overnight stays may be required. Working hours may, at times, extend beyond the normal schedule to meet business or project demands.

Physical Effort

Low physical risk. The role involves desk-based activities such as sitting, standing, and keyboard use, with flexibility for regular breaks.

The duties outlined above are not exhaustive. The post holder may be required to undertake additional tasks that are reasonably within the scope and grading of the role. Job descriptions are subject to periodic review to ensure continued accuracy and relevance.

Generic Level Description – P3

Level Overview

Fully qualified professional, operating independently across most aspects of the role.
Manages medium to moderately complex projects and supports others through coaching and guidance, with oversight from a supervisor.
Focuses on effective task delivery rather than direct people or resource management.
Plans and manages own workload to meet agreed objectives over the short to medium term.

Complexity, Expertise & Problem Solving

Addresses problems of diverse scope, applying sound judgement and fresh perspectives to develop effective solutions.
Brings well-developed expertise in their specialist area, resolving a wide range of issues in creative and practical ways.
Identifies patterns and key risks in moderately complex situations and proposes innovative, value-adding solutions.

Decision Making & Autonomy

Exercises appropriate autonomy to deliver role accountabilities, seeking approval where decisions fall outside defined scope.
Uses professional judgement to select methods, tools, and approaches to achieve desired outcomes.
May contribute to decisions related to project delivery and team development when required.

Communication, Negotiation & Influence

Communicates clearly and confidently, adapting style and messaging to suit different audiences.
Builds strong internal and external relationships, particularly with suppliers, service providers, and key stakeholders.
Ensures commitments are met in a timely and cost-effective manner, interpreting business needs and identifying solutions to non-standard issues.

Supervision & Leadership

Receives minimal day-to-day supervision and takes ownership of new assignments.
Actively seeks and provides constructive feedback to enhance performance.
Promotes collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement through inclusive problem-solving and decision-making.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Professional procurement certification (e.g. CIPS, CPM) is desirable.
Typically requires an undergraduate degree with broad relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.

Additional Information

An immediate start is available for the right candidate, offering a fast-paced and engaging opportunity.

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at [email protected] and one of the team will be in contact to help you.