JMC are working with a MRO company based in Manchester, looking to recruit a new Buyer to join their team.
This client is a leading MRO dealing with line and base maintenance as well as interior modifications and fuel systems repair and maintenance for both commercial and military aircraft. The company has been operating for close to 30 years, providing outstanding customer service and encouraging a warm, positive environment to aid employee progression.
This is a Permanent Position based in Manchester.
40 hours per week, working Monday - Friday.
Salary and Benefits
Competitive Salary
4% employer contribution to pension
25 days annual leave entitlement
The Role
The primary purpose of this role is to procure goods and materials, working in line with company budget and specification.
Other duties involve:
Purchase of goods, materials, components, or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets
Negotiates contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings
Ensure all purchased items conform to relevant aviation standards and design specification required to meet airworthiness & customer specification
Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials
Communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operations
Maintain a professional and consistent approach in relations to all supplier relationships
Market research to ensure current suppliers remain competitive
Support the compliance team on supplier quality audit
Attend meetings and update others on issues or concerns, in particular when there is a risk which could prevent the organisation meeting customer demands.
Skills and experience required.
In order to be successful in this role the Buyer will need to demonstrate the following skills and attributes:
Proven purchasing experience, preferably within an aviation environment
Must be able to qualify for an airside security pass