Procurement Agent (BFE Support Agent)

Boeing; Frimley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Frimley seeks a Buyer Furnished Equipment (BFE) Support Agent for its Supplier Management team. This role involves procurement for aftermarket goods and services, requiring strong knowledge of supply chain processes and excellent communication skills. The position offers a hybrid working model and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in both supply chain and supplier management, along with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

Continuous learning opportunities

Inclusive culture

Parental leave options

Pension Plan with employer contribution

Healthcare benefits

Sickness pay plans

Qualifications

• Ability to engage with stakeholders across the supply chain.
• Ability to work with minimal direction and make autonomous decisions.
• Previous aviation/aerospace experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Integrate supply chain strategies into procurement processes.
• Negotiate pricing and contract terms.
• Manage supplier performance and risk communication.
• Support procurement activities for aftermarket goods and services.

Skills

Knowledge of supply chain processes

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills (verbal and written)

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Smartsheet

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

An exciting opportunity to join our Supplier Management and Procurement team located in Frimley, United Kingdom. This team supports multiple Boeing Global Services - Commercial (BGS-C) businesses in Maintenance, Repairs, and Overhauls in a fast-paced global environment. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge and experience in all aspects of our Supply Chain including our policies and procedures as well as the systems and tools which we utilize to execute procurements on behalf of our customers. This candidate will also be responsible to support development and expansion of an agile and responsive supply base with rapid response lead times required to support the BGS business in a competitive and global market place. You will need strong business acumen, communication and problem‑solving skills to build and enhance relationships with internal stakeholders and key external suppliers. Hybrid working is available for this position.

This position acts as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility to support procurement activities for aftermarket Goods and Services for Boeing Global Services (BGS) Commercial Modifications.

Boeing Global Services (BGS) is seeking a Buyer Furnished Equipment (BFE) Support Agent to join the Supplier Management team. The successful candidate will support procurement activities for aftermarket goods and services in a fast‑paced environment while learning new skills, solving challenging problems, and experiencing opportunities to grow in the Supply Chain organization.

Position Responsibilities

• Integration with program, customer, product and in‑service strategies into source selection, negotiation and contracting strategies
• Negotiates pricing and contract terms and conditions
• Supports execution of negotiated contractual documents and binding agreements
• Provides support of risk, issues and opportunities management
• Provides support for development and execution of Quality and Delivery Improvement Plans.
• Supporting supplier performance and relationship to ensure delivery, quality, financial stability and in‑service performance. Mitigates risks and issues
• Communicates supplier and organization performance plan risks, issues and opportunities to stakeholders and support executive level meetings
• Supports supplier follow up activities in relation to demand, schedules, supplier quality, delivery and performance to schedule
• Provides support for supplier improvement activities/strategies
• Represents SM in meetings such as Program Reviews, ITCM, PDR, CDR, FAI, Proposal Boards and other meetings
• Provides support to Program Management and other key stakeholders for managing/reporting of supplier performance
• Participates development and execution of company strategic business goals and objectives, procurement and supply chain solutions, strategies and policies to support customer requirements
• Ensures compliance with Boeing procedures and regulatory requirements as applicable
• Attending Integrated Project Team meetings

Required Skills/Experience

• Knowledge of supply chain processes as well as ability to engage with all stakeholders.
• Must possess skills in problem solving, verbal and written communication
• Ability to perform work with minimal direction and exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook etc.)

Desired Experience

• Experience working in a collaborative environment
• Experience working with Supplier Management, Supply Chain, and processes in a dynamic environment.
• Previous experience working in aviation/aerospace company
• Knowledge of aircraft modifications/conversions
• Experience with Smartsheet

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Supply Chain, or related.

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond

Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning – you'll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you – we'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• An inclusive culture – you'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
• Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 6× annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together Programme to support your on‑going personal and career development
• Access to Boeing's Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 06, 2026

Export Control Requirements

This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.