Junior Buyer / Purchasing Assistant

FiberNet; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in Kidlington seeks a driven individual for an entry-level role in aviation procurement. You will assist the purchasing team with tasks such as order placing, supplier communication, and maintaining records. This position offers structured training and the potential to develop your career within the aviation industry. Candidates should have a keen interest in procurement and good communication skills.

Benefits

Structured training and growth path

Supportive team environment

Career development potential

Qualifications

• Keen interest in procurement or aviation industry.
• Willingness to learn and adapt within the role.
• Good with detail and communication.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement tasks and order tracking.
• Monitor supplier delivery status and escalate issues.
• Assist with supplier data entry and documentation.

Skills

Interest in procurement

Good communication skills

Numerical skills

Organised and detail-oriented

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Location: Oxford (or as applicable)

Hours: Full-time 08:00–16:30 (some flexibility/stand‑by may apply)

Salary: £26,000–£28,000 per annum

Role Purpose

We are looking for a young, driven individual who is keen to embark on a career in aviation procurement. You will assist in the purchasing team, learning the ropes of sourcing, order placing, supplier follow‑up, and supporting the full purchasing lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a career in aviation, work alongside experienced buyers, and grow into a more senior procurement role.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the purchasing team in day-to-day procurement tasks (raising POs, tracking orders, liaising with suppliers)
• Monitor supplier delivery status, follow up on delayed items, and escalate issues appropriately
• Assist with supplier information gathering, data entry, maintaining supplier records and documentation
• Help prepare reports and basic dashboards (e.g., PO status, supplier lead‑times, spend data)
• Collaborate with operations, engineering and inventory teams to ensure parts/spares flow is maintained
• Undertake training and development in purchasing/procurement processes, aviation parts compliance and supplier management
• Conduct supplier and part‑qualification checks under supervision
• Support ad-hoc purchasing projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements & Attributes

• Keen interest in procurement, supply‑chain or aviation industry (even if minimal direct experience)
• Switched on attitude, self‑starter, curious, willing to learn, good with detail
• Good communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to work collaboratively in a team
• Good numerical skills and comfortable working with data/spreadsheets
• Organised, able to juggle multiple tasks and follow up appropriately
• Preferably a degree or equivalent qualification (but not essential if attitude and aptitude are right)
• Interest in aviation and willingness to undergo training, adapt and grow within the role

What We Offer

• Salary of £26k–£28k
• Entry‑level role into aviation procurement with structured training and growth path
• Work in a dynamic aircraft‑services business, gaining exposure to aviation components and supplier ecosystem
• Supportive team and real career development potential