Operational Buyer

Location Farnborough
Contact Ryan Beebeejaun
Job Ref 6176
Published 4 years ago
Job Type Permanent

Job Description

Are you a Buyer with exposure to manufacturing and a track record of delivering results with a value for money approach?
Are you looking to work for a long standing tier one Aerospace supplier where you can make a direct impact and have your skills invested in? Then this may be the opportunity for you.

The responsibilities of a Buyer are as follows:

  • To help improve OTIF performance
  • Resolve supply chain bottlenecks
  • Raise POs and liaise with suppliers
  • To help internal process improvement to enable efficiency within the department
  • Calculate, track and measure results to drive continuous improvement, recognising the true cost of both direct and indirect procurement using KPI’s
  • Develop and implement supplier and commodity strategies that drive sustainable improvements in overall supply chain performance.
  • Maintain close relationships with internal functions including but not limited to procurement, operations, production, and design engineering
  • Ensure all commercial terms are reviewed and updated on the ERP system
  • Protect the commercial position of the company at all times

To fulfil these responsibilities of Buyer you will have the following skills/experience:

  • Professional qualification in purchasing (CIPS / MCIPS) – degree qualified or equivalent
  • Operational  supply chain/procurement experience within a manufacturing/engineering environment ideally in a high compliance industry (Aerospace preferred)
  • Proven track record of delivering results
  • Excellent supplier relationship and negotiation skills
  • Knowledge and experience of ERP / MRP systems
  • Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
  • Be prepared to travel overseas when necessary
  • Hold a clean driving licence as supplier visits will be essential

The successful Buyer will be offered the opportunity to join a world-class organisation occupying a challenging, autonomous role. You will make a big impact in a dynamic multi-billion-pound turnover corporation. You will join an organisation and be given the ability to shape best practices across an international supply chain enjoying a varied, exciting role that will challenge your supply chain and procurement capability.
If you are a buyer who is looking for a new challenge, please send us a copy of your CV and on of our specialist recruiters will respond ASAP
 

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