Materials Buyer

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm is seeking an experienced Material Buyer to support aircraft maintenance operations. The role focuses on sourcing and procuring aviation materials while ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a strong background in aviation procurement and excellent negotiation skills. This position offers the opportunity to impact the MRO environment in London.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in aviation materials procurement for MRO environments.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft parts and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure aircraft parts and consumables from approved suppliers.
• Ensure all purchases comply with aviation regulations and quality standards.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery terms to optimize cost and performance.
• Monitor inventory levels to maintain optimal stock.
• Liaise with engineering and logistics teams to understand material requirements.
• Track and expedite orders to meet operational deadlines.
• Maintain accurate records and support audits with full traceability.

Skills

Aviation materials procurement

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

Material Buyer – Aviation MRO

We are seeking an experienced Material Buyer to join our team, supporting aircraft maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO).

We are specifically looking for candidates with proven experience working with aviation materials, components, and consumables.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure aircraft parts, materials, and consumables from approved suppliers.
• Ensure all purchases comply with aviation regulations (EASA, FAA) and internal quality standards.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and contracts to optimize cost and performance.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with stores to maintain optimal stock.
• Liaise with engineering, maintenance, and logistics teams to understand material requirements.
• Track and expedite orders to meet operational deadlines.
• Maintain accurate records and support audits with full traceability.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in aviation materials procurement for MRO environments.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft parts and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.

If you have a background in aviation materials buying and want to make an impact in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you!