At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage purchasing activities for aerospace components and build strong supplier relationships.
- Company: Leading precision engineering company in the aerospace sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing training, early finish Fridays, and career development.
- Other info: Supportive environment with genuine opportunities for progression.
- Why this job: Join a collaborative team and contribute to high-precision engineering projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in purchasing or supply chain roles, strong organisational and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Vickerstock are working in partnership with a leading precision engineering company specialising in the aerospace sector to recruit an Aerospace Buyer for their growing supply chain team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer renowned for delivering high-quality precision components to global aerospace customers.
You'll play a key role in ensuring materials, components and subcontract services are available to support production, customer delivery and continued business growth.
The Role
Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you'll be responsible for managing purchasing activities across raw materials, subcontract services and components, ensuring materials are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with Production, Engineering, Quality and Logistics, you'll build strong supplier relationships, manage delivery schedules and identify opportunities to improve cost, quality and supply chain performance.
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience in a Buyer, Purchasing or Supply Chain role within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience using ERP or MRP systems.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach to problem solving.
- The ability to work effectively within a fast-paced production environment.
- Desirable Aerospace or precision engineering experience.
- Experience managing subcontract suppliers.
- Knowledge of supply chain KPIs and supplier performance.
- Understanding of quality and traceability requirements within manufacturing.
What's in it for you?
- Join a growing business operating within the aerospace manufacturing sector.
- Work alongside an experienced and collaborative supply chain team.
- Opportunity to contribute to the delivery of complex, high-precision engineering projects.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- Early finish every Friday.
- Supportive working environment with genuine opportunities for progression.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, or to apply, contact Vickerstock today.
Buyer TLNT1_NI in Magherafelt employer: Vickerstock
Vickerstock is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment within the aerospace manufacturing sector in Magherafelt. Employees benefit from competitive salaries, ongoing training, and a supportive culture that fosters collaboration and career progression. With an early finish every Friday and the chance to contribute to high-precision engineering projects, this role provides meaningful and rewarding employment opportunities for those looking to grow in their careers.
