Associate Buyer (FAR)

TN United Kingdom; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Buyer to join their Farnborough team. In this role, you will assist in developing cost-effective purchasing procedures while ensuring compliance with company policies. You will engage with various departments to meet their requirements and negotiate optimal delivery schedules. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a keen interest in procurement and a desire to grow within the aviation sector. If you have a passion for purchasing and are eager to learn, this position could be your gateway to a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• Entry level purchasing or related experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge in purchasing methods and techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops sources of supply and obtains information from suppliers.
• Prepares solicitations requesting quotes and evaluates bids.
• Monitors supplier performance and prepares reports.

Skills

Purchasing methods and techniques

Negotiation skills

Supplier performance monitoring

Education

A-level completion

Working towards level 3 CIPS

Job description

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Education and Experience Requirements

• A-level completion required.
• Entry level purchasing or related experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge in purchasing methods and techniques or preferred.
• Working towards level 3 CIPS.

Associate Buyer (FAR) in GAC Farnborough

Unique Skills:

• Previous aviation experience preferred.
• Previous procurement experience preferred.

Education and Experience Requirements

• A-level completion required.
• Entry level purchasing or related experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge in purchasing methods and techniques or preferred.
• Working towards level 3 CIPS.

Position Purpose: Under general supervision, assists with developing and implementing cost-effective and efficient procedures to purchase commodities in accordance with product specifications and services in accordance with user-stated requirements, as appropriate in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. 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.
2. Prepares solicitations requesting quotes, receives and evaluates bids, and negotiates optimal delivery schedules and the best combination of price, quantity discount, product quality, standard terms, and conditions. May receive guidance from Buyers, Procurement Specialists, and Project Managers within the organization to complete tasks.
3. Communicates with User departments such as Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Planning, Facilities, and other departments to ensure their requirements are met.
4. Prepares definitive purchase orders, including terms and conditions, makes awards, and administers contracts with suppliers within budgetary limitations.
5. Monitors supplier performance, and prepares reports and other records pertaining to items or services purchased, cost, delivery, product or service performance, supplier performance, and/or inventories, as applicable.
6. Resolves problems related to purchasing, delivery, receiving, and payment to the supplier by taking appropriate corrective action.

Additional Functions:

1. Responsible for indirect/ commercial purchases and continuous improvement and cost savings opportunities within those order categories.
2. Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 222256

Category: Purchasing

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 10/08/2024