Category Buyer in Wrexham

Position SummaryMagellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham has an exciting opportunity for a Category Buyer. Full Time Permanent Position 39 hours per week. Job location: Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB. Unionised site – works in partnership with Unite the Union.The Category buyer is responsible for supporting the category leads with live projects and any on-site support that is required for sourcing. The candidate will also be working with key internal stakeholders to develop and help deploy Category Strategies.Perks and BenefitsA company culture that promotes work life balanceAccess to mental health supportBusiness performance related bonus Career development opportunitiesCommitment to continued learning and developmentLong Service AwardsEnhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of serviceFree parking25% off local gym membershipEssential Responsibilities Undertake all purchasing responsibilities to support the P2P (Purchase to Pay) process. This includes processing purchase requisitions into purchase orders and new supplier applications for individual sites and supporting invoice queries (when the Procurement team's responsibility)Managing, negotiating and contracting RFQs and tenders for specific allocated projectsLead/attend daily meetings, update respective KPIs and monitor supplier performanceDevelop strong supplier relationshipsSupport supplier business reviews, capacity assessments and risk reviewsIdentify & record cost saving opportunitiesAchieve the lowest total cost of acquisition for goods and services taking into account quality, cost, delivery & service requirementsWorking with Category Leads and Managers to manage Operational requirements to implement commodity strategiesSet up and maintain correct sourcing/purchasing parameters in the ERP systemLead the activity in expediting / late deliveriesSupport internal and external auditsPosition RequirementsAcademic: University degree in Business Administration, Engineering or similar Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply desired or working towards the qualificationExperience: 1- 2 years Procurement experience or equivalent in a customer-facing roleKey Competencies: Functional knowledge of process and productExperience in data analytics and system are requested Cost ManagementSupplier and Stakeholder Relationship ManagementFinancial and Commercial AwarenessSAP knowledge is desirableOther skills/AbilitiesSkills: Negotiation Results orientated - meets deadlines, identifies actions, achieves goals Innovator - thinks creatively, anticipates changes, produces solutions Complier – follows procedures and encourages others to as wellAbilities: CommunicationProblem-SolvingInfluencingTeam playerDecision makingCommercial acumenPersonal Attributes: Positive “can do attitude” Proactivity with a solution-orientated approachResilience to overcome problems Adaptability and flexibility to new ideas and ways of workingAccountabilityInfluencer – builds relationships and effectively presents argumentsSelf-starterAbout usMagellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name “Magellan Aerospace Corporation” in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the company’s vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry.At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!NoteMagellan may use an approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) note-taking tool to support the initial screening stage of its recruitment and selection process. All AI use is performed in accordance with Magellan’s privacy policies. Personal information associated with any job application will not be shared with or retained by any third party. Magellan the ultimate discretion to determine which applications proceed through the initial screening process.ConfidentialityMagellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.Thank you for considering this exciting opportunity. This document is intended to provide the reader with information and is not a contractual document. Some of the material therefore may be subject to change.Job TypeFull-Time RegularCityLlayProvinceWalesCountryUnited Kingdom