Senior Supply Chain Executive/Buyer

Indra Park Air work with customers all over the globe to make air travel safer. For over 50 years we’ve been one of the leading producers of VHF and UHF radios, providing the vital link between the ground and the air for passenger, freight and military aircraft.

The reasons behind our success are simple and won’t change. First, we work harder for the customer than the rest. We take time to truly know their needs and create the right product for them. We train them how to use it, we won’t let our equipment be deployed until every detail is right, and then we provide the best care and service for all of our products as long as they are still used.

At Park Air we stay the best by looking to the future – to new requirements and new possibilities. A radio remains a radio but we never stop thinking about how we can improve it, how we make it and how it can offer more to our customers. It’s no wonder that we are one of only 2% of companies worldwide to hold PLATINUM Level in Investors in People Accreditation.

Role:

After having our best year for awards in our history we have created a new Buyer/Supply Chain Executive, position in our Operations team. You will play a vital role in maintaining the Supply Chain, Direct and Indirect procurement and associated disciplines. You will provide timely and accurate data to the Operations Manager on key departmental data. We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain professional with the ability to deputise for the Supply Chain Manager when required.

What you will do:

• Utilise historic & forecast data, business acumen and commodity knowledge, to devise and implement part supply strategies that fulfil the needs of internal customers while minimising transaction, transportation and Working Capital costs
• Correctly prioritise and act timely to raise purchase orders against demand defined through the following media:
• MRP / LOD
• Counter shortages
• RFP for direct and indirect
• Forge strong relationships with suppliers that promote flexibility, quality, cost reduction and on-time in full (OTIF) delivery through quarterly business reviews with Tier One suppliers. Work with suppliers to ensure a minimum Supplier Rating of ‘C’ is sustained
• Identify and act on key supply issues and patterns from partial or conflicting data. This can relate to issues including, but not limited to, MRP system output, requirements forecasting and patterns in supplier performance metrics
• Work closely with the Supply Chain Manager, deputising when needed

What we are looking for:

You will preferably be working towards or be CIPS qualified. We are particularly interested in receiving your application if you have experience in any of the following areas:

• Proven experience in a supply chain environment with sound commercial knowledge
• Knowledge of standard costs and formal benchmarking techniques and practices
• Ability to communicate effectively to a range of stakeholders
• Although not essential, electronics and/or manufacturing experience would be preferred
• Demonstrable experience supporting the wider supply chain team

Security Clearance:

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

What we can offer you:

• Flexitime
• Enhanced Holiday – 25 days plus bank holidays
• Enhanced Pension Scheme – up to 8% company contribution
• Life Assurance
• Liberty Days – you can request up to 3 days of your annual leave ‘on the day’
• Buying and Selling Holidays
• Long service and retirement awards
• Private healthcare
• Flu vaccinations
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidised staff canteen
• Free parking
• Training
• Continuous Learning
• Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing Services

Indra Park Air is an equal employment opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, origin, disability or other characteristics protected by law.