Buyer

Gi Group; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace & defence organization in Yeovil is seeking a Buyer for a 12-month contract. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing supplier engagement and delivering high-quality purchasing support. Responsibilities include issuing RFQs, negotiating quotations, and overseeing POs while collaborating with internal teams. A background in procurement or supply chain, particularly in aerospace or engineering, is desirable. Competitive hourly rate offered with a hybrid working pattern.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement or supply chain (Aerospace / Engineering desirable).
• Confident working with suppliers and cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Issue RFQs and manage supplier responses.
• Review and negotiate quotations.
• Raise and manage Purchase Orders (POs).
• Conduct supplier performance reviews.
• Manage invoices and resolve discrepancies.
• Support purchasing KPIs and operational performance targets.
• Verify accuracy of Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and POs.

Skills

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

High attention to detail

Job description

Buyer / Yeovil / £19.10 per hour

Contract : 12‑month temporary contract (potential to extend)

A leading Aerospace & Defence organisation is seeking a Buyer to join their procurement team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supplier engagement, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and delivers high‑quality purchasing support.

Key Responsibilities

• Issue RFQs and manage supplier responses
• Review and negotiate quotations
• Raise and manage Purchase Orders (POs)
• Conduct supplier performance reviews
• Manage invoices and resolve discrepancies
• Work closely with OperWhat We're Looking Forations, CS&S, Finance and other internal teams
• Support purchasing KPIs and operational performance targets
• Verify accuracy of Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and POs

Ideal person

• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• High attention to detail
• Experience in procurement or supply chain (Aerospace / Engineering desirable)
• Confident working with suppliers and cross‑functional teams

Hours: 37 per week

Working Pattern: Hybrid

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