Buyer in Farnborough

Farnborough, UK

What You Will Do

• Develop and maintain sources of supply for assigned commodities and services.
• Obtain and analyse supplier information including pricing, specifications, lead times, and capabilities.
• Solicit quotations, conduct bid evaluations, and negotiate favourable pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms.
• Support the establishment and administration of long‑term supplier agreements, including Master Orders and Blanket Purchase Agreements.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Planning, Facilities, and other functional teams to meet business requirements.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and contracts in accordance with company policies and budgetary requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, and service levels.
• Resolve purchasing, delivery, receiving, and supplier payment issues while implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinate contract reviews, negotiations, amendments, and implementation activities.
• Support make‑versus‑buy analyses and sourcing decisions.
• Assist in guiding and reviewing the work of Associate Buyers when appropriate.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• What You Will Bring
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Purchasing, procurement, or related supply chain experience.
• Basic knowledge of purchasing methods, sourcing practices, and procurement techniques.
• Level 3 CIPS qualification (or higher), or actively working towards achieving one.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency working with suppliers and cross‑functional teams in a professional business environment.
• Must be willing and able to work in Farnborough without visa sponsorship.
• Why Gulfstream
• Be part of a globally recognized leader in business aviation.
• Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Culture built on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Additional Requirement

A credit history check from a national credit bureau will be conducted for all candidates for this position.

• Work Schedule
• Monday – Friday

Education And Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred: Level 3 CIPS or higher or Purchasing or related experience required.

Basic knowledge in purchasing methods and techniques required.

Position Purpose

Under general supervision, develops and implements cost-effective and efficient procedures to purchase assigned commodities in accordance with product specifications, services in accordance with User stated requirements, as appropriate in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Job Description

• Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions
• Develops sources of supply and obtains information from suppliers concerning product and/or service specifications, price, delivery dates, etc. and ensures all applicable data is current at supplier.
• Solicits quotes, conducts bid evaluations, evaluates costs, negotiates optimum delivery schedules and ensures the best combination of price, quantity discount, product quality, standard terms and conditions, and where appropriate, supports the establishment of long term agreements such as Master Orders and Blanket Purchase Agreements.
• Communicates with User departments such as Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Planning, Facilities and other departments as necessary to ensure their requirements are met.
• Prepares definitive purchase orders, including terms and conditions, makes award, administers contracts with suppliers within budgetary limitations, and ensures schedules are met.
• Monitors supplier performance, and prepares reports and other records pertaining to the items or services purchased, cost, delivery, product or service performance, supplier performance and/or inventories, as applicable.
• Resolves problems related to purchasing, delivery, receiving and payment to the supplier; determines source of the problem and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Coordinates administration of and response to all contract related documentation to include the requirement to review, coordinate, negotiate and implement changes to the contract.
• Supports the make-or-buy review and decision process.
• Additional Functions
• Assists in planning and reviewing the work of Associate Buyers, where appropriate.
• Additional Information
• Requisition Number: 234203
• Category: Purchasing
• Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
• Shift: UK Shift: Monday to Thursday 7:00 to 15:15 and Friday 7:00-15:00
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Posting End Date: 07/15/2026
• Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
• Visa Sponsorship

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Company Information

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly‑owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically‑advanced business jet aircraft.

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