Material Buyer - AOG Desk

British Airways; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Material Buyer for the AOG Desk. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering operational support and managing critical material issues. The position requires strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with knowledge of engineering IT systems. Candidates should have at least Level 2 education and experience in supplier management. This role operates on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, ensuring a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Education to Level 2 or educational equivalent required.
• Good knowledge of BA Engineering IT systems, including EWS/SAP.
• Good awareness of Airworthiness Requirements relating to component documentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional material operational support for AOG material issues.
• Work with aircraft component and logistics providers to ensure high performance.
• Ensure timely and accurate communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Financial acumen

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

Level 2 education or equivalent

Tools

BA Engineering IT systems (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 :

Material Buyer (AOG Desk)

Shift pattern - 4 on 4 off (2 days / 2 nights) 12 hrs

When you join British Airways as Material Buyer you will be working to deliver exceptional material operational support for all critical / AOG material issues to meet customer requirements through the 24-Hour Desk team. Responsible for sourcing, placing of purchase orders and handling and distributing shortages to enable effective and timely resolution.

What you’ll do

• You will work directly with our aircraft component and logistics providers across the world to ensure excellent and consistent supplier performance to meet the business needs.
• Ensures high‑quality communication takes place with all stakeholders, suppliers and customers and that this takes place in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prioritisation, planning and organisation of 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.

What you’ll bring to British Airways

• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Confident in influencing and communicating with customers, both internal and external
• Good financial acumen, commercial skills and awareness
• Ability to work to deadlines whilst maintaining standards
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Your Experience

• Education to Level 2 (or educational equivalent)
• Good knowledge of BA Engineering IT systems, including EWS / SAP
• Good awareness of Airworthiness Requirements with a good understanding of those requirements relating to component documentation
• Supplier management experience

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 feels that they 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.