Buyer

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and manage requests for quotation, requests to order, purchase orders and repair orders, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Proactively expedite outstanding quotations, purchase orders and repair orders to secure supplier commitments and achieve delivery schedules.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand operational priorities and align procurement activity with business objectives.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels through demand planning, economic order quantity management and effective procurement practices.
• Produce, analyse and maintain shortage reports and open order book reports to support supply chain visibility and business continuity.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and external suppliers, resolving issues relating to orders, technical support, production requirements, invoicing and quality.
• Lead regular supplier performance reviews, both remotely and on-site, driving accountability, continuous improvement and stronger performance.
• Represent Procurement at daily operational review meetings and deputise for colleagues or management when required.
• Take ownership of Aircraft on Ground requirements during working hours, responding quickly to urgent operational needs.
• Maintain accurate procurement records through regular system housekeeping within Aerotrac and the Service Desk.
• Initiate and manage internal workshop projects for unserviceable rotable components, gathering and assessing technical records, service history, utilisation data and work scope requirements.
• Ensure procurement activity complies with company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements, with safety and a Just Culture approach embedded in decision-making.

About You

Essential Skills & Experience

• Two to three years’ demonstrable experience within purchasing, procurement or a comparable role.
• Experience managing priorities, working to deadlines and responding effectively to multiple demands.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build productive relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.
• Confident negotiation and problem-solving ability, with a positive approach to resolving issues.
• Proficient administration, numerical and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Previous experience working with ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with working knowledge of PowerPoint and Outlook.
• A collaborative team player who is approachable, open, honest and willing to take responsibility.
• Enthusiastic and assertive, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• A continuous-improvement mindset and willingness to drive positive change.

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