Strategic Commodity Buyer for NPI & Manufacturing

Talosats Careers; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

AVIC Cabin Systems UK Ltd. seeks a Commodity Buyer to manage a defined commodity group, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement for OEM and Aftermarket requirements within a dynamic NPI manufacturing environment.

In this role you will handle RFQs, negotiations, PO management and supplier communications, while supporting strategic sourcing, supplier performance, and long-term supplier relationships across Engineering, Design and Operations. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in commodity procurement or purchasing.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering or aerospace environments preferred.
• Knowledge of SRM and end-to-end supply chain processes.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing and purchasing activities including RFQs, negotiations, PO placement and acknowledgements.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships, driving performance, cost reduction and commercial improvements.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, working with Engineering, Design, Planning and Operations teams.
• Support strategic sourcing activities, supplier evaluations and contract awards.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, commercial terms and long-term agreements.
• Provide sourcing recommendations based on market analysis, benchmarking and industry trends.
• Promote sustainable and ethical sourcing practices.
• Lead or support continuous improvement, outsourcing and re-sourcing projects.
• Support supplier audits and evaluations.
• Manage supplier non-conformance processes and invoice query resolution.
• Coordinate change requests with internal stakeholders.
• Manage PO cancellations and minimise associated costs.
• Provide sourcing, lead times and cost input for OEM and aftermarket commercial bids.

Job description

AVIC Cabin Systems UK Ltd. seeks a Commodity Buyer to manage a defined commodity group, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement for OEM and Aftermarket requirements within a dynamic NPI manufacturing environment.

In this role you will handle RFQs, negotiations, PO management and supplier communications, while supporting strategic sourcing, supplier performance, and long-term supplier relationships across Engineering, Design and Operations. Occasional travel may be required.