Buyer

British Airways PLC; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline in the UK seeks a Buyer responsible for managing the purchase and repair order processes for aircraft materials. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in procurement and inventory management, as well as excellent communication skills. This role offers competitive benefits including travel perks and career development within the airline.

Benefits

Unlimited staff travel benefits

Up to 30 discounted airfares per year

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of BA Engineering IT systems.
• Sound knowledge of material movements & logistics processes.
• Good knowledge of supply chain inventory management processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchase and repair order process.
• Control expenditures on materials/services.
• Ensure timely communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Procurement experience

Supplier management

Inventory management

Knowledge of logistics processes

Understanding of airworthiness requirements

Education

Education to Level 2 or equivalent experience

Tools

EWS/SAP

Job description

A Career Without Limits

As the nation’s flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

It’s something we’ve been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world’s first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.

This originality has been in our blood since day one. It’s the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.

So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far‑flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.

We know great things can happen when you’re inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.

The role: Buyer

Responsible for the end‑to‑end management of the purchase and repair order process carried out within Supply Chain in order to fulfil the delivery of aircraft materials.

What you’ll do

• Ensure control of expenditure on materials/services in line with the assigned financial plan.
• Adhere to the component scrap process in accordance with the BA Financial Standing Instructions.
• Ensure the provision of aircraft materials/services from our suppliers is carried out in accordance with their contractual obligations.
• Prioritise, plan and organise both individual and team tasks as part of set objectives, ensuring that all reporting lines are adhered to and relevant departmental, team and individual objectives are fulfilled.
• Ensure high‑quality communication takes place with all stakeholders, suppliers and customers and that this takes place in a timely and accurate manner.
• Collaborate within the department and throughout the airline, its partners and suppliers.
• Produce and present departmental reports, compiling data and statistics and transferring them to local systems as required.
• Update company systems and processes.

What you’ll bring to British Airways

• Education to Level 2 (or educational equivalent) or equivalent experience.
• Good knowledge of BA Engineering IT systems, including EWS/SAP.
• Sound knowledge of material movements & logistics processes & procedures.
• Good knowledge of supply chain inventory management processes & procedures.
• Proven procurement or inventory management experience at appropriate level.
• Good awareness of Airworthiness Requirements with a good understanding of those requirements relating to component documentation.
• Supplier management experience.

What we offer

We believe that all the people who work with us should feel valued for the part they play. It’s one of the reasons our rewards go far beyond a competitive salary.

From the day you join us, you’ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights. You’ll also receive up to 30 discounted Hotline airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.

At British Airways you’ll have the chance to take on new challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you. We encourage all those who work for us to consider opportunities right across our business to help you develop and progress.

We never stand still, and we don’t expect our people to either!

This role offers excellent career development within British Airways, with the chance to work collaboratively across the entire Cabin Crew team and beyond.

Inclusion & Diversity

At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.

Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

We recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity, and identity to work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to be part of our journey to become a Better BA.