Graduate Project Procurement Co-ordinator

Graduate Project Procurement Co-ordinator

What do we want to achieve?

Do you have a degree and an interest in procurement, supply chain, project management and commercial operations?

As a Graduate Project Procurement Co-ordinator, you will join TKMS ATLAS UK’s procurement and supply chain team, supporting the delivery of projects and helping to ensure an effective and reliable supply chain is in place. You will be offered a permanent role from day one and join our structured 2-year Graduate Scheme, giving you the opportunity to develop your procurement and project management skills while gaining hands-on experience within a leading maritime technology business.

The team works closely with suppliers, project teams and internal stakeholders to manage supply chain activities, mitigate commercial and delivery risks and ensure suppliers are able to support the successful delivery of customer projects. As a Graduate Project Procurement Co-ordinator, you will play an important role in supporting projects from bidding through to delivery, while developing your understanding of procurement, subcontract management and commercial processes.

You will report to a Team Leader and work closely with colleagues across procurement, supply chain, project management and the wider business. You will also be supported by experienced mentors and a dedicated graduate buddy throughout your development.

What will you be doing?

This is a varied role that will give you exposure to the full supply chain and procurement lifecycle, while allowing you to develop your commercial, project management and stakeholder management skills.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Supporting the management of subcontract and supply chain activities across allocated projects and bids.
• Assisting with the preparation, negotiation and implementation of supplier and subcontractor agreements.
• Supporting the ongoing management and monitoring of supplier performance, pricing, delivery and contractual requirements.
• Helping to identify, assess and manage supply chain and subcontractor risks.
• Supporting the end-to-end supply chain process during bidding activities.
• Assisting with the coordination and management of changes across subcontract agreements.
• Supporting project reporting, including subcontract status, risks and supplier performance.
• Working with internal and external stakeholders to provide a high-quality supply chain service.
• Supporting the development of long-term strategic relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders.
• Helping to improve supply chain performance and maturity across TKMS ATLAS UK.

You will work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, balancing competing project requirements and working across different departments. As your knowledge and experience develop, you will take on increasing responsibility and ownership for your allocated tasks and areas of the supply chain.

What does our target candidate look like?

We are looking for graduates who are organised, commercially aware and motivated to build a career within procurement, supply chain or project management.

You will ideally have:

• A degree-level qualification in any relevant discipline.
• An interest in procurement, supply chain, commercial operations and/or project management.
• A willingness to work towards a CIPS qualification.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to build relationships with colleagues, suppliers and external stakeholders.
• The ability to prioritise your workload, manage competing requirements and meet deadlines.
• A proactive approach, with the initiative to identify problems, take ownership and contribute to continuous improvement.

A Project Management qualification would be desirable but is not essential.

You will be professional, flexible, reliable and proactive, with the motivation to learn and develop your commercial and procurement knowledge. You should be comfortable working as part of a team while also being able to take ownership of your own tasks.

Why TKMS ATLAS UK?

With a reputation for providing innovative underwater systems for the Royal Navy (RN) and export customers, TKMS ATLAS UK operates from our Headquarters on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset. Through science, engineering and R&D we convert data into information, knowledge and capabilities that challenge the status quo, and offer winning advantage at the frontline.

Our people are at the heart of our success. An open and stimulating workspace empowers and encourages our people to be creative and act with integrity. Despite our continued growth, TKMS ATLAS UK prides ourselves on retaining a friendly and welcoming culture.

The TKMS ATLAS UK Graduate Scheme is designed to support and develop talented graduates from the day they join ATLAS through to achieving their professional accreditation and career goals. Through a structured programme of learning and development, graduates benefit from comprehensive induction, training, external development opportunities and regular progress reviews.

Each graduate is paired with a buddy who provides guidance and support throughout their journey. You will also have access to experienced mentors, exposure to cross-functional teams, a dedicated graduate project and the opportunity to present to our parent company in Germany. This provides the opportunity to build both your technical expertise and professional confidence.

The continuous investment in our unique in-house test and integration facilities has supported TKMS ATLAS UK’s growth in supplying UK and global markets with submarine and ship systems. This includes sonar, autonomous systems, marine electric actuation and mine counter-measures. Our Portland Harbour waterside facilities provide an excellent environment to test systems at sea.

As a leading innovative maritime systems company, TKMS ATLAS UK operates throughout all phases of the acquisition and engineering lifecycles, from concept to In-service Support.

You’ll also get a package that includes:

• Competitive salary
• Career Development and Training
• Pension with up to 1.5X employer contributions
• 25 days holiday, increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ employment and 30 days after 10 years
• Dental Cover and Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working patterns
• Permanent employment from day one
• A structured 2-year Graduate Scheme
• Dedicated graduate mentor and buddy
• Support towards professional development and CIPS accreditation
• Exposure to cross-functional projects and international opportunities

At TKMS ATLAS UK, we support our staff to create work-life balance and encourage applications from individuals who are looking for part-time or condensed hours as well as full-time opportunities.

Location: Dorset Innovation Park, Winfrith Newburgh, Dorchester, DT2 8ZB
Employment Status: Permanent
Reporting to: Team Leader
Graduate Intake: October 2