Aviation Buyer

MPI Limited; Essex; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation firm located near Southend Airport is seeking an Aviation Buyer to supervise the Purchasing department and manage key Suppliers. The successful candidate will ensure compliance, provide high service levels, and focus on Supplier Relationship Management to deliver value for the business. Experience in buying within the industry is crucial, along with a confident and computer-literate profile. Immediate interviews available.

Qualifications

• Previous industry experience within buying.
• High level of Supplier Relationship Management experience with a focus on delivering value.
• Conscientious, confident and computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Purchasing department and manage key Suppliers.
• Place and fulfill purchase orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Investigate Supply Chain errors through root cause analysis.
• Maintain high service levels for internal and external Suppliers.
• Purchase materials and parts at competitive prices.
• Develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures.

Skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Computer literate

Industry knowledge

Job description

Aviation Buyer

Southend Airport

The role will be responsible for supervising the Purchasing department and administering and managing key Suppliers for IMRO. The focus of this role is on SRM and managing Supply Chain to ensure compliance and the business secures Value for Money.

Key duties

• The timely placement/fulfilment of purchase orders (PR-POs) and delivery of parts in-line with operational requirements (MR).
• Resolving and investigating Supply Chain errors and examining via root cause analysis.
• Ensuring the highest level of service is provided and maintained for both internal and external Suppliers.
• Ensuring parts and materials are purchased at the most competitive price.
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for materials purchasing and ensuring these are understood.
• Work with suppliers and internal departments providing daily continuity, feedback, and updates on open repairs.

Qualifications

Previous industry experience within buying

• A high level of Supplier Relationship Management services experience with focus of delivering value.
• Conscientious, confident and computer literate.
• A good working knowledge of Industry, Databases and appropriate software packages which are used across IMRO.

Please call for immediate interview,