Associate Director LSL/CSS - 14-month FTC

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Associate Director LSL/CSS - 14-month FTC Programme Name: LCST Location: Bristol based with an expectancy to travel up to 50% on average Are you ready for your next career challenge?.. Role Overview We are looking for an Associate Director Leidos Supply Limited (LSL)/ Commodity Support Services (CSS) to join the team on a 14 month fixed term contract. You will be leading, managing and settings strategic direction for Leidos Supply Limited (LSL), a key sub-contractor to Leidos Europe Limited (LEL), working on the Logistics Commodities Services (Transformation) (LCS(T)) contract for UK MoD. Managing and providing leadership across the team with adherence to LCST policies, procedures and objectives for the LSL organisation in accordance with programme objectives and in compliance with UK law and the highest standards of good business practices. Leads the LSL organisation in continuous process improvement efforts. Confers with suppliers and analyses supplier operations to determine factors that affect Public Procurement Regulations (PCR), prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. Driving an effective, efficient and successful operational business with adherence to PCR and Supply Chain Resilience. Main Duties and Responsibilities: OPERATIONAL: Ensuring continuity of commodity supply by the LSL Supplier Base for the duration of the LCST Contracts Creation, evolution, and on-going ownership of LSL business processes to ensure full compliance with relevant regulations including PCR2015 being recognised as a regulatory and compliance expert and a valued source of advice Experienced organisational advocate for LSL and Team Leidos compliance (internal process as well as legal / regulatory / contractual obligations) Accountable for the delivery performance of LCST First Strike Availability KPI through stringent Supplier Performance management Collaboratively engages and develops robust relationship with key sub-contractors (TVS, K+N) to ensure effective and efficient delivery against LCS(T) performance objectives and revenue Understands and positively engage the relationship between LSL and the LCS(T) managing agent, MoD CMO Ensures collaboration and integration with key CSS and Team Leidos business functions, including Category and Sourcing Management; Commodity Management; Tender and Contract Management; Inventory Management to deliver compliant tender & effective contract management Understands Team Leidos strategic plans and develops LSL operational objectives to contribute to CSS/Team Leidos and customer success Supports and informs category management solutions and drives through benefit realisation plans Assesses risks and implements mitigation actions across Supply Chains and LSL Business Owns and manages the LSL strategic business plan Supports the creation of the CSS strategic business plan FUNCTIONAL: Advises and coaches senior LSL management and/or key internal and external stakeholders on potential risks and how to mitigate effectively Leads the team in ensuring appropriate personal development plans are in place for all colleagues Provides strategic direction and leadership for LSL training and colleague skills development programmes Role model relationship management within own function, and engages with internal board and external senior stakeholders to drive collaboration and delivery of shared strategic objectives Works across the Team Leidos leadership team to help shape market strategies and advise on potential risks as well as commercial or contract opportunities Incorporates and shares best practice and innovative negotiation techniques into LSL/CSS/Team Leidos policies and procedures Engages externally with relevant stakeholders and bodies to identify risk trends and propose strategic mitigation strategies Skills Required Bachelor's degree or equivalent (ideally in Business Administration or related field) and substantial progressive experience; or Master's degree (ideally in Business Administration or related field) and strong progressive experience Skills Desired Professional certifications are highly desirable Clearance Requirements: BPSS Pre-screening required to Start SC required for the role Must be eligible to work in the UK and obtain and maintain the relevant Security Clearance for the role Leidos UK! Join our team and discover a culture of collaboration, innovation, diversity, trust, caring management, communication transparency, work-life balance, and overall job satisfaction... What we do for you: At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes: - Contributory

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