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Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

The Ultra Supply Chain function manages the processes associated with Indirect and Direct Procurement of goods and materials required to meet the operational demands of the business and the logistics of ensuring that materials are available for operations, and the completed products/services are delivered to the customer.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Job Description

• Coordinating activities involved with procuring goods and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and advertising, for establishment.
• Signing and reviewing purchasing agreements with vendors, monitoring their performance and renegotiating contracts
• Input purchase requisitions into ERP system for purchase order generation (data entry).
• Reviews requisitions. Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery with vendors.
• Request quotes from vendors (RFQs) for items on purchase requisitions or in support of bids and proposals.
• Ensure the quality and timely delivery of purchased items in support of production schedules and customer requirements.
• Prepares purchase orders or bid requests.
• To work with the Engineering department to compile procurement specifications for specialized equipment and services.
• To work closely with the Quality department to ensure goods are purchased to the right quality requirements.
• Work with outside consultants for purchase orders.
• To ensure contract conditions are applied including specific flow downs where appropriate working with Contracts department.
• To identify appropriate sources of supply to meet contract needs.
• Manage supplier orderbooks and effectively expedite and prioritize orders to ensure Goods/Services are available to the manufacturing team at the right time.
• Work in line with Production Planner to minimize inventory levels and improve overall supply chain management.
• To provide cover for other members of the Purchasing team as required.
• Working closely with the stockroom.
• Perform any other duties as reasonably required by Management.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off and family leave, and much more!

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email ...@ultra-us-gbs.com

Company: Ultra Maritime