Buyer

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Farnborough, UK, is seeking a Buyer to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement for aviation operations. You will work with internal teams and suppliers to drive cost efficiency, supplier performance, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities include sourcing supply, evaluating bids, issuing purchase orders, negotiating terms, and monitoring supplier performance to meet budgets and schedules. A degree and Level 3 CIPS or progress toward is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field, or 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.

Responsibilities

• Develops sources of supply for assigned commodities and services.
• Obtain and analyse supplier information including pricing, lead times, and capabilities.
• Solicit quotations, conduct bid evaluations, and negotiate pricing and terms.
• Establish and administer long-term supplier agreements including Master Orders and Blanket Purchase Agreements.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Planning, Facilities, and other teams to meet requirements.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and contracts within policies and budgets.
• Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, and service levels.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Multi-tasking

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Level 3 CIPS qualification (or higher)

Job description

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Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Employment Type:

Farnborough, UK

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

As a Buyer at Gulfstream Aerospace CorporationFarnborough, you will play a key role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and services that support our world-class aviation operations. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, you will help drive supplier performance, cost efficiency, and operational excellence.

What You Will Do

• Develop and maintain sources of supply for assigned commodities and services.
• Obtain and analyse supplier information including pricing, specifications, lead times, and capabilities.
• Solicit quotations, conduct bid evaluations, and negotiate favourable pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms.
• Support the establishment and administration of long-term supplier agreements, including Master Orders and Blanket Purchase Agreements.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Planning, Facilities, and other functional teams to meet business requirements.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and contracts in accordance with company policies and budgetary requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, and service levels.
• Resolve purchasing, delivery, receiving, and supplier payment issues while implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinate contract reviews, negotiations, amendments, and implementation activities.
• Support make-versus-buy analyses and sourcing decisions.
• Assist in guiding and reviewing the work of Associate Buyers when appropriate.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• 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

Why Gulfstream

• 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.

Additional Requirement:
A credit history check from a national credit bureau will be conducted for all candidates for this position, including external applicants and current employees seeking promotion or transfer.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Business Administration or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. preferred. Have or be working towards a level 3 CIPS or higher or Purchasing or related experience required. Basic knowledge in purchasing methods and techniques required..Position Purpose:Under general supervision, develops and implements cost-effective and efficient procedures to purchase assigned commodities in accordance with product specifications, services in accordance with User stated requirements, as appropriate in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:Essential Functions:

• 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. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

A credit history check from a national credit bureau will be conducted for all candidates for this position including new hires and current employees seeking promotion or transfer.

Additional Information

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.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft

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