Procurement Agent

Procurement Agent Gosport (Hybrid - Minimum 3 days onsite) £45.00 - £75.00 per hour Inside IR35 12-month contract (ASAP start) UK Right to work required without sponsorship. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Procurement Agent to manage a major, high-value (£100m+) subcontract supporting key UK Defence Helicopter programmes. You will oversee contract performance, drive continuous improvement, mitigate risks, and lead complex negotiations. This is an individual contributor role embedded in a long-term enterprise contract through 2029, focused on optimizing support, driving value, and building robust stakeholder relationships. Key Responsibilities Contract Management: Oversee major subcontracts, execute binding contractual agreements, and ensure alignment with programme strategies and UK MoD regulations. Supplier & Performance Management: Monitor KPIs, lead issue resolution, and drive cost savings and continuous improvement across cross-functional teams. Strategic Collaboration: Facilitate alignment between internal teams, UK MoD partners, and key suppliers to support long-term operational goals. Negotiation & Risk: Lead complex commercial negotiations, draft contractual terms, and proactively mitigate supply chain risks. Key Requirements & Skills Commercial Acumen: Robust experience drafting, interpreting, and negotiating contract Terms & Conditions (specifically within UK MoD/Defence frameworks). Supplier & Stakeholder Management: Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-faceted supplier relationships and cross-functional teams. Industry Experience: Ideally 10+ years in defence procurement/supply chain, with familiarity with defence platforms (Chinook knowledge highly advantageous). Systems & Tools: Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems (SAP preferred). Qualifications: MCIPS accreditation is desirable. Working Pattern Shift: Standard 37.5 office hours Mon-Fri Onsite Expectation: 3 days per week at the Gosport facility.Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website