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Date Posted:2024-02-23 Country:United Kingdom Location:Alexandria Park, Penner Road, Havant, PO9 1QY, UK Position Role Type:Unspecified Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Created in 2018 by bringing together Rockwell Collins and UTC Aerospace Systems, Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team? As a leader in the aerospace industry, we have a number of exciting positions available right now, including a Strategic Buyer in our Havant facilities. The successful candidate can expect to: Be responsible for the compliant, cost effective acquisition of materials and services that are within budget to support the contractual service delivery requirements to customers. Working in the Purchasing Team, the Strategic Buyer is tasked with ensuring Programmes are delivered on Time and On budget. Key Responsibilities:
- Supplier Selection and approval in line with Purchasing Strategy.
- Providing the supplier base with Forecasts, ultimate responsibility for the on time delivery of products within their Commodity Group.
- Ensuring budgets for projects are met. Engaging in cost reduction, and Supplier Development Programmes.
- Working with SQA to improve Supplier On Quality Delivery.(OQD)
- Responsible for delivering a Programme Ready Supply Chain for Repeat Purchase.
- Ensure that suppliers are in receipt of up to date purchase orders and all subsequent revisions, including Engineering Change Notification and Recording.
- Work closely with Production Planning to ensure awareness of new customer sales orders and responding to material demands.
- Working with Programme Management to ensure Awareness of New Programmes
- Monitor and report on supplier commitments, including the due dates of materials into the organisation
- Responsible for the Management of supplier on time delivery performance for the allocated Supplier Base.
- Engaging in Departmental Improvement Projects
- Previous exposure to a Supply Chain role is essential.
- Experience of delivering a high quality service in a fast paced procurement environment.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills and able to develop good relationships with people at all levels.
- Able to multi-task and manage own time effectively.
- Able to work under pressure and to set deadlines.
- Demonstrate a flexible attitude towards all types of work (a positive 'can do' attitude)
- Experience of using MS Office, MRP systems e.g. SAP, Access or similar
- CIPS qualification
- Exposure to Aviation requirements and standards.
- 25 days Annual Leave & 9 Public Holidays
- Attractive Compensation Package
- Early finish Fridays
- Hybrid Work Options (*Role dependent)
- Professional Development + Growth
- Support with professional fees
- EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
- Healthcare benefits (including healthcare cash plan)
- Staff Discounts
- Work/Life Balance
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Recognition
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Free onsite parking
- Death in Service Benefit
- Generous Employer Contribution Pension Scheme
- Opportunities for progression and development
About the Company
At Collins Aerospace, we imagine ways to make the skies and the spaces we touch smarter, safer and more amazing than ever. Our employees tackle... Read more