Job Description:
We have a great opportunity within our Procurement & Commercial function for a Product Owner to lead the implementation of a new Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) capability which is being deployed as part of the Future Factory programme.

The Product Owner will report directly to the Project Manager, Value Chain Management (VCM) within the Future Factory team.

CLM will enable a step change in our contract management capability. By joining the team at this early stage of the project the Product Owner will assume the leading role in shaping both the deployment of the CLM tool plus the associated enhancements to our governance and practices.

What you’ll do as a Product Owner:

• Together with the VCM Project Manager and the selected tool provider, establish and maintain an overall implementation plan, outlining the key milestones leading to deployment of the CLM tool.
• Establish a clear schedule of phased release of CLM functionality, with defined acceptance criteria for each phase. Ensure the deployed solution meets the acceptance criteria.
• Identify dependencies on the Procurement & Commercial function plus adjacent functions, including resources required to achieve the implementation plan.
• Ensure the proposed solutions will deliver the desired outcomes (KPIs, improvement and benefits).
• Work with IT and Legal to address and resolve any compliance or security aspects arising from implementation of the CLM tool.
• Identify and create a network of key stakeholders to support achievement of the plan, to include the relevant Process Owners within Procurement & Commercial together with representatives of the user community to ensure that the solution meets the needs of all Lo Bs.
• Create a demand plan for resources to enable successful implementation, to include skill set, timescales and FTEs.
• Work with internal Process owners to identify changes required to existing Governance (on BMS) to ensure updates introduced in line with the scope of deployment and timescales of the implementation plan.
• Define and lead preparation activities for data cleansing of existing systems, including activities for Lo B Procurement & Commercial teams to enable transition to new CLM tool.
• Maintain regular communications to the wider Procurement & Commercial function in order that all impacted by the introduction of the CLM tool are kept up to date on status of the implementation.
• Work with the dedicated Change Champion within the VCM team to ensure the impact of the tool, including any changes to processes, practices and roles & responsibilities are defined and shared to ensure buy in of all parties in advance of implementation.
• Collaborate with other Product Owners to ensure a consistent approach and best practice is adopted.
• Escalate promptly any risks and issue to the VCM Factory Project Manager.
• Working with the VCM Project Manager, help develop the CLM feature enhancement plan and any required input to a future business case.

What we need from you:

• Strong understanding of continuous improvement methodologies and technologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of Leonardo Electronics Division UK’s Commercial and Procurement processes, methodologies and toolsets, in relation to Contract Lifecycle
• Negotiating competing priorities both tactical and strategic
• Experience defining and refining solutions that solve business problems
• Commitment to quality and speed-to-market and passionate for innovation
• A data-driven individual
• Self-motivated with uncompromising attention to detail
• Comfortable with ambiguity and change
• Creative and keen to bring new ideas to the programme
• A sense of urgency, drive and energy
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Comfortable with liaising and working with 3rd party consultants
• Understanding and practical experience of the Agile project management methodology

This job is a hybrid role and can be undertaken from any UK site. A degree of travel across Electronics UK sites will be required.

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Life at Leonardo
With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.
Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us
Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)
Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing, Ethnicity)
Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera and Linkedin Learning
Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below
For a full list of our Company benefits please our website here.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

Primary Location:
GB - Edinburgh
Additional Locations:
GB - Basildon, GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300, GB - Southampton
Contract Type:

Hybrid Working:
Hybrid