Buyer

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Purchasing, procurement, or related supply chain experience.

Basic knowledge of purchasing methods, sourcing practices, and procurement techniques.

Level 3 CIPS qualification (or higher), or actively working towards achieving one.

Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency working with suppliers and cross-functional teams in a professional business environment.

Must be willing and able to work in Farnborough without visa sponsorship

Be part of a globally recognized leader in business aviation.

Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Opportunities for professional growth and career development.

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Culture built on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.

Develops sources of supply and obtains information from suppliers concerning product and/or service specifications, price, delivery dates, etc. and ensures all applicable data is current at supplier.

Solicits quotes, conducts bid evaluations, evaluates costs, negotiates optimum delivery schedules and ensures the best combination of price, quantity discount, product quality, standard terms and conditions, and where appropriate, supports the establishment of long term agreements such as Master Orders and Blanket Purchase Agreements.

Communicates with User departments such as Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Planning, Facilities and other departments as necessary to ensure their requirements are met.

Prepares definitive purchase orders, including terms and conditions, makes award, administers contracts with suppliers within budgetary limitations, and ensures schedules are met.

Monitors supplier performance, and prepares reports and other records pertaining to the items or services purchased, cost, delivery, product or service performance, supplier performance and/or inventories, as applicable.

Resolves problems related to purchasing, delivery, receiving and payment to the supplier; determines source of the problem and takes appropriate corrective action.

Coordinates administration of and response to all contract related documentation to include the requirement to review, coordinate, negotiate and implement changes to the contract.

Supports the make-or-buy review and decision process.

Assists in planning and reviewing the work of Associate Buyers, where appropriate. .

Requisition Number: 234203

Category: Purchasing

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: UK Shift: Monday to Thursday 7:00 to 15:15 and Friday 7:00-15:00

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 09/18/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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