Buyer - Aluminium and Tubes

Join to apply for the Buyer role at Erik og Kriss 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Buyer role at Erik og Kriss Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Location: Filton Department: Procurement – Metallic Materials & Parts (PMMA) Employment Type: 6 Month contract Reports To: CSG Leader Manager Hourly Rate: £38.74p/h Umbrella Inside IR35 Job Purpose The Strategic Procurement Manager is responsible for the end-to-end management of strategic aluminium extrusion suppliers, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality delivery of Multi-Functional Team (MFT) projects. This role also oversees the Aluminium ConBid process, a critical function in managing Airbus\’s global aluminium supply chain. Key Responsibilities Supplier Management & Strategy Manage strategic aluminium extrusion suppliers globally. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders. Lead supplier selection processes, including Call for Tenders and contract negotiations. Conduct regular supplier reviews and performance assessments. Project Management (MFT) Lead or support MFT projects, ensuring delivery on time, cost, and quality. Contribute to the deployment of commodity strategies aligned with Airbus procurement policies. Identify cost improvement opportunities and support company-wide initiatives (e.g., MOVE, A350XWB RC2020+, A330). Supervise and support Transfer of Work (ToW) activities. Manage supplier-related risks and define mitigation strategies. Contract & Commercial Management Negotiate and manage contract terms and conditions. Ensure consistency between contracts and Airbus systems (e.g., SAP). Lead contract reviews and support supplier development initiatives. ConBid & Enablement Oversee the Aluminium ConBid process, including demand monitoring, allocation optimization, and change request analysis. Ensure subcontractors are enabled to procure under Airbus terms using the Enablement process. Identify and mitigate potential contractual breaches. Key Outputs Supplier selection reports and tender documentation. Project plans, reviews, and meeting minutes. Validated contracts and commercial agreements. Senior Management Review (SMR) documentation. Business cases and reports for savings initiatives. Key Dimensions Operating Budget: Approx. $50M USD (2024 contractual obligations) Supply Base:>2 global suppliers Required Skills & Qualifications Proven experience in strategic procurement or supply chain management, preferably in aerospace or manufacturing. Strong project management and negotiation skills. Knowledge of contract law and procurement systems (e.g., SAP). Ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex supplier relationships. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Purchasing and Supply Chain Industries Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Erik og Kriss by 2x Get notified about new Buyer jobs in Bristol, England, United Kingdom . 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