At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage supplier orders and negotiate contracts to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Company: Join Curtiss-Wright, a leader in aviation technology with over 50 years of innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive pay, health benefits, and learning opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive culture with excellent career growth and support for all employees.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a dynamic environment while developing your procurement skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement processes and strong negotiation skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
We are looking for a Technical Buyer to join our Christchurch, Dorset team! The Technical Buyer is responsible for executing complex or technical procurement activities, including high-value purchases. This role negotiates pricing and contract terms, drives sourcing efforts and supplier performance to meet cost, quality and delivery objectives.
Location: Christchurch, Dorset
We Take Care of Our People
- Work-life balance through our Hybrid working, flexitime program and condensed work week (role dependent)
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement with Employer Match
- Health and Wellness Benefits
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Competitive Pay
- Bonus Scheme
- Recognition
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Your Challenge
- Manage supplier order books, liaising with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to meet deadlines
- Proactively plan and execute the procurement of components, using ERP system to interpret demand
- Raise RFQs and assess quotations, using judgment to place orders, negotiate pricing, lead times and terms, to ensure purchases meet needs of business
- Provide delivery updates to key stakeholders and ensure internal communication tools are maintained
- Drive continuous improvement across your supplier base, e.g. pricing, delivery performance
- Maintain strong supplier relationships, communicating issues effectively to find resolutions
- Resolve invoice and goods in discrepancies
What You Bring
- Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract negotiations and supplier management.
- Proficiency with ERP systems.
- Demonstrated negotiation experience with measurable cost savings or value creation.
- Experience supporting complex programs or engineered products.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Who We Are
With over 50 years of experience in aviation technology, Curtiss-Wright's Sensors Division is continuing the legacy of flight innovation, providing critical components on a variety of commercial, defense and industrial platforms. From solenoid valves and sensors, to linear and rotary actuators, we work closely with systems integrators to deliver the most reliable products on the market.
The state-of-the-art facility has extensive design and manufacturing capabilities as well as in-house environmental stress screening. The facility is committed to quality and excellence in manufacturing for our flight recorder, air data computer, video management systems, computing systems, mission displays and video recorder products.
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance Compliance Statement. This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
For US Applicants: EEO is The Law. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
Technical Buyer in Christchurch employer: Curtiss-Wright Corporation
As a leading aerospace company, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to excel in their roles. Located in Letchworth, our hybrid working model allows for flexibility while providing comprehensive health benefits and competitive pay, ensuring that our team members can thrive both personally and professionally. With a strong focus on employee growth opportunities, we are committed to supporting your career development in the dynamic field of embedded avionics.
Contact Details:
Curtiss-Wright Corporation Recruitment Team
