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Do you want to be at the forefront of transforming how the next generation of Defence Supply Chain is designed and delivered? Are you passionate about making a tangible difference by supporting clients to make the UK a safer place?
We are proud of the impact we have with our Defence & Security clients, the strength of our relationships, and the variety of our skills and expertise that we bring to help them achieve their mission.
Our Supply Chain Transformation team is dedicated to helping Defence navigate this complex landscape and emerge as leaders in a rapidly changing world. We draw on the strength of Deloitte’s full suite of professional services and industry experience to make a real difference in shaping the future of the end-to-end Defence Supply Chain - to create client and citizen impact that is lasting. Our strong relationships and the depth and breadth of our skills mean that we are working at the heart of some of the biggest and most ambitious programmes undertaken in Defence.
We are seeking a talented and ambitious Manager to join our collaborative and high-performing team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to leverage your Supply Chain and Solution Architecture expertise and strategic thinking to deliver impactful solutions for our Defence clients.
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As a Manager in the Supply Chain Transformation practice, you will play a key role in growing the Deloitte presence in the Defence sector, shaping and delivering supply chain transformation programmes.
Our Supply Chain Transformation Defence practice helps clients design and deliver their supply chain strategy to achieve their objectives within the context of the Strategic Defence Review and Defence Industrial Strategy.
To be successful in this role, you will work as part of a team of industry specialists providing Technology and Transformation services to Defence clients. You will have experience in the sector and a proven ability to design, integrate, and assure complex systems within an end-to-end supply chain context, spanning design, planning, manufacturing, warehousing, and transport, accompanied by a deep understanding of enabling digital technologies and their underlying system architectures.
In a constantly changing and complex environment, our clients value the combination of deep sector and technical expertise that we bring to transform our clients core supply chain operations, helping them to best meet demand, adapt to budgetary constraints, embrace the digital agenda and maximize operational efficiency.
We focus on the full through-life-support to Defence, in both the public and private sector. We have our approaches and methods, but more importantly we listen and help deliver change that matters to our clients.
We focus change through several of our core propositions:
1. Planning, Forecasting and Fulfilment
Delivers integrated logistics support through life, supporting Defence in intelligent demand and supply planning to best meet Defence demands support of operational readiness and resilience.
2. Product Engineering & Development
Enable clients design for supportability throughout the Concept, Assessment, Demonstration, Manufacture, In-Service and Disposal lifecycle, applying Digital Engineering and Model Based Systems Engineering practices.
3. Digital Manufacturing Optimisation
Support Defence Industry partners redefine their manufacturing operations to deliver operational efficiency and facilitate more effective production that best meets the needs of the Defence sector.
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All applicants must hold a valid SC (Security Check) clearance to apply.
We are currently looking for candidates with proven ability to apply knowledge and expertise in a range of client scenarios, focusing on high quality even in high pressured, time critical situations.
As a Manager in our team, you will work closely alongside senior leaders and clients. You will play a key role in designing and delivering systems, contributing to the strategic direction of projects, and developing opportunities with clients, including the opportunity to:
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Lead the technical design and architecture of specific systems or components within larger supply chain solutions for Defence clients, ensuring alignment with overall solution architecture, technical standards, and security requirements.
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Define system specifications, interface control documents, data models, and detailed technical designs for complex Defence supply chain systems.
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Collaborate closely with solution architects, technical teams, and client stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of systems.
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Provide technical leadership and guidance to development and engineering teams during system implementation and integration.
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Assess existing client systems, identify technical gaps, and propose robust architectural improvements, focusing on performance, scalability, security, and resilience.
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Manage project workstreams or smaller projects focused on system design, integration, and implementation.
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Contribute to the development of innovative thought leadership and propositions related to system architecture and technology within Defence.
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Mentor and support the professional development of more junior team members.
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Develop trusted relationships with our clients, acting as a credible technical advisor on system design and integration.
Essential Skills
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An understanding of the major issues faced in the Defence sector and an interest in innovative solutions and strategies to transform the sector.
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Proven experience in system architecture, design, and integration within complex enterprise environments, ideally within Defence
- Demonstrable ability to translate high-level solution designs into detailed system architectures, including component design, interface specifications, and data flows.
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Technical expertise in various system types (e.g. ERP, commercial off-the-shelf, bespoke applications, data platforms) and their integration patterns (e.g. APIs, message queues).
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Strong understanding of system performance, scalability, security, and resilience principles.
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Experience in defining technical standards, governance, and assurance processes for system implementations.
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Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and to resolve technical issues and competing demands.
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Experience in leading workstreams or small project teams focused on system design, integration, or technical implementation.
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Ability to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances and to think creatively to solve complex technical client issues.
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Degree qualified or equivalent experience in a relevant technical discipline.
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Excellent ability in Microsoft Office, particularly in PowerPoint and Excel.
Desirable Skills
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Knowledge of specific Defence architectural frameworks (e.g. MODAF) or industry standards.
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Experience with cloud-native architectures, microservices, and containerisation within a system context.
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Certifications in enterprise architecture (e.g. TOGAF with a system focus) or specific technical domains.
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Experience with cybersecurity principles and secure system design.
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Experience and ability to operate and understand Project and Programme management disciplines, including production of project plans, key quality programme deliverables, and working and delivering to strict time constraints.
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Experience in contributing to technical sections of bid responses for transformation opportunities.
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Distinctive thinking, deep expertise, innovation and collaborative working. That’s what connects us. That’s what makes us Deloitte. If you want to help solve some of the biggest tech and transformational challenges around, join us. Together, we’ll make an impact that matters.
Enterprise, Technology and Performance
Our clients want to achieve maximum value from digital transformation investments in Finance, Supply Chain and IT operations. That’s where we come in. By taking a holistic view of performance improvement, including strategy, process design and technology enablement, we support the smooth operation of transformations.
Personal independence
Regulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to a number of audit regulations, one of which requires that certain colleagues abide by specific personal independence constraints (e.g., in relation to any financial interests and employment relationships). This can mean that you and your "Immediate Family Members" are not permitted to hold certain financial interests (shares, funds, bonds etc.) with audit clients of the firm, and also prohibitions on certain employment relationships (e.g., you are not permitted to hold a secondary employment role with SEC audit clients of the firm whilst being employed by the firm). The recruitment team will provide further detail as you progress through the recruitment process or you can contact the Independence team upon request.
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“The commitment to delivering people through meaningful projects, responsibilities and client relationships is what attracted me to Deloitte. The team is excellent and the collective experience of like-mined individuals has seen our practice continue to grow. Deloitte’s clients include many of the countries leading organisations across all sectors; I wanted to be part of a team that made a difference that I could be proud of.” - Jordan, Technology and Transformation
Our hybrid working policy
You’ll be based in one of our UK offices with hybrid working.
At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That’s why we’ll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you’ll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You’ll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing. Please check with your recruiter for the specific working requirements that may apply for your role.
Our commitment to you
Making an impact is more than just what we do: it’s why we’re here. So we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before.
We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective and personality. So we’re nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we’ll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it’s only when you’re comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.
Your expertise is our capability, so we’ll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it’s from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you’ll learn every day. Through world-class development, you’ll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you’ll learn how to lead.
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A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you’ll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You’ll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you’ll never stop growing, whatever your level.
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