Purchasing Coordinator - 12 month FTC

SAFRAN UK; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran UK is hiring a Purchasing Co-Ordinator on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role provides operational procurement support to the NPI Build Program team, handling day-to-day purchasing activities, PO placement, supplier communication and procurement reporting.

You will bring experience in purchasing or supply chain, proficiency with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and strong Excel skills. Knowledge of manufacturing or aerospace environments is advantageous; you will work on PO management,

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, procurement administration or supply chain.
• Experience using ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Experience in manufacturing or aerospace environment is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to analyze and organize data.

Responsibilities

• Purchase Order (PO) Management and transmission to suppliers.
• Maintain accurate purchasing data, pricing and delivery commitments in ERP.
• Monitor open orders and update delivery schedules.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies with Suppliers and Finance.
• Monitor prototype and pre-production inventory; ensure material availability.
• Act as the primary interface with suppliers for order management.
• Follow up supplier commitments and delivery schedules.

Skills

Purchasing experience

ERP systems

Excel skills

Data analysis

Tools

SAP

Job description

Purchasing Co-Ordinator - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Safran - Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it.

As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. It is a key player in the equipment electrification & in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. Mastering the on-board energy system, the company designs and provides modular, innovative and optimised architectures and solutions.

Your role:

The Purchasing Coordinator provides operational and administrative procurement support to the NPI Buring Program team. The role is responsible for executing day-to-day purchasing activities, ensuring timely placement and management of PO's, maintaining effective supplier communication, and supporting procurement reporting and analysis.

The position enables supports the Buying team, who are focused on strategic sourcing, supplier development, negotiations, and program execution by taking ownership of transactional procurement activities and supplier follow-up.

Key responsibilities:

• Purchase Order (PO) Management
• Ensure timely transmission of purchase orders to suppliers
• Obtain and record supplier order acknowledgements
• Maintain accurate purchasing data, pricing information, and delivery commitments within ERP systems
• Monitor open orders and ensure timely updates of delivery schedules
• Support the resolution of invoice discrepancies and coordinate with suppliers and Finance to ensure timely invoice processing and payment
• Monitor inventory levels for prototype and industrialization program, maintaining Line of Balance (LOB) visibility and ensuring material availability to support prototype and pre production builds. Supplier Follow-Up and Expediting
• Act as the primary operational interface with suppliers for order management activities
• Follow up supplier commitments and delivery schedules

What You'll Bring:

• Prior experience in purchasing, procurement administration, supply chain or a similar operational role
• Experience using ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Experience working in a manufacturing or aerospace environment is advantageous
• Good understanding of purchasing and supply chain processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to analyze and organize data accurately

We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

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