Buyer

Job Title: Buyer - Procurement Specialist

Hourly rate: £40/hour Inside IR35

Location: Filton, Bristol

Role Overview:

• We are seeking an experienced Buyer to contribute to all sourcing activities throughout the contract life cycle.
• The role involves managing tendering, contract negotiation, cost reduction, and change management to ensure the best purchasing conditions and value delivery.
• You will be the focal point for contracts related to various commercial aerospace programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize customer value while minimizing total cost of ownership and risks.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and set up procurement activities for products, ensuring the contractual framework is secured with suppliers.
• Manage the tendering process and contract negotiations to achieve optimal purchasing conditions in alignment with company requirements and procedures.
• Monitor contracts throughout their life cycle, ensuring suppliers meet agreed performance metrics across all dimensions (logistics, support, quality, cost, etc.).
• Act as the main point of contact for contracts, managing day-to-day supplier relationships and ensuring smooth project execution.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Engineering, Programme, Finance, Supply Chain, Quality, etc.) to coordinate all activities related to contracts.
• Assist in defining and implementing commodity strategies, perform market analysis, and support global sourcing and offset initiatives.
• Work with Financial Controlling to provide accurate financial forecasts, managing financial risks and opportunities for suppliers/contracts.
• Ensure effective risk and opportunity management is Embedded in day-to-day operations.
• Identify and manage opportunities for counter claims to be charged back to the supplier.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Procurement experience is essential; candidates with strong business knowledge and understanding of procurement processes will also be considered.
• Demonstrated experience in working within a multi-functional environment.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence internal customers.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, including experience engaging with senior management.
• Strong contract management and negotiation capabilities, with a focus on optimizing value and minimizing risk.

If you are a driven procurement professional with a proven track record of managing contracts, delivering cost-effective solutions, and optimizing supplier relationships, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team.