Job Description

Company Description

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.

Procurement Officer:

Belfast, Northern Ireland (On-site)

Company:

Navantia UK


We're looking for a driven Procurement Officer to join our integrated supply chain team. You'll work hands-on with suppliers and stakeholders to secure goods and services that meet cost, quality, and delivery targets. Your focus: ensuring a smooth, efficient procurement process that delivers real value.

What You'll Do:

Prepare and manage RFQs, RFPs, tenders, and bid evaluations for high-value or technically complex procurements. Evaluate supplier proposals for technical and commercial compliance in coordination with other functions and quality assurance teams. Source and purchase goods, materials, and services at the right cost, quality, and time. Analyse markets, supplier performance, and cost-saving opportunities. Negotiate contracts and terms to achieve best value. Manage contractual risks, claims, variations, and amendments, ensuring timely resolution and documentation Liaise with legal and project teams to interpret and apply contractual obligations and deliverables. Improve procurement processes to boost efficiency. Build and maintain strong, professional supplier relationships. Work in a dynamic and growing procurement environment with amazing challenges that will allow you to increase your knowledge and experience in different types of purchases.

What You'll Bring:

Experience in procurement or a similar role. Strong contract management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle). Strong analytical and commercial acumen High attention to detail and organizational skills. Knowledge of the local supply chain.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary. 33 days holiday. Company pension. Flexitime and half-day Fridays. Free on-site parking. Learning & development opportunities.

Performance Indicators:

Timely award and execution of contracts in line with project schedules. Achievement of cost savings and value-for-money targets. Contract compliance and risk management effectiveness. Supplier quality, safety, and delivery performance. Accuracy and completeness of contract documentation and reporting.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related filed. Professional certification preferred (e,g, CIPS, CPSM, CPP, CPSD) Minimum of 5 years' experience in procurement and contract management.

Additional Information

Procurement Officer

Queens Island, Belfast BT3 9DU Full-time Location: Belfast (New Build) Department: Corporate Procurement Employment Type: Permanent

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at people.skills@harland-wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.