Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S)
Matthew Hales has extensive experience in supply chain management within the defence sector, currently serving as the Head of Supply Chain Management for the Merlin Delivery Team at Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) since July 2013. Previous roles at DE&S include Chief Through Life Support for Soldier, Training & Special Projects, Senior Supply Chain Manager for the Vehicle Support Team, Supply Chain Policy Manager for Materiel Accounting Policy, and Supply Chain Manager for Maritime Combat Systems. Prior to their tenure at DE&S, Matthew worked as a CCTV Operator at VRC Monitoring Solutions Ltd from May 2012 to July 2013 and as a Retail Assistant at Morrisons from February 2011 to April 2012.
Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S)
DE&S is part of the Ministry of Defence. We equip our armed forces with the edge to protect our nation. We are proud to deliver world-class equipment and services to the British Army, Royal Air Force and Royal Navy, playing a vital role in keeping the UK safe and prosperous. From fighter jets to food deliveries, from patrol boats to protective clothing, we deliver safe and innovative kit to the frontlines across the globe. We employ over 11,500 talented civil servants, military personnel, and private contractors, across more than 150 locations around the world. Together, our team delivers over 80% of the UK’s largest and most complex defence projects.