Buyer (Fixed Term Contract)
Triumph Group
Buyer (Fixed Term Contract)
Flintshire, GB, CH5 2NS
Position Summary
Purchasing and supplier performance management of complex original equipment (OE), legacy and spares components for the Aerospace Industry.
Position Information
This is a Fixed Term Contract position which may be for up to 12 months.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Management of the purchase requisitions for timely placement of purchase orders and sub-contract orders for suppliers, as required
• Ensure appropriate quality instructions and customer requirements are flowed to suppliers
• Coordinate delivery status, communicate internally and manage supplier recovery to support the business requirements
• Manage import of goods with detailed management of ITAR and related customs regulatory requirements
• Risk Management with appropriate escalation
• Manage supplier delivery performance and associated metrics
• Hold regular supplier business reviews
• Negotiate best cost and payment terms
• Support supplier selection and assessment process
• Invoice query resolution
• Work with wider Triumph team to implement long term agreements
• Completion of any work related tasks which would be deemed reasonable for this role.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Previous experience in a purchasing role is essential, preferably Aerospace but not essential
• Inter-operational process management experience with a good knowledge of purchasing procedures
• Ability to read and translate Engineering drawings and documentation, to extent required for this role
• Trained in continuous improvement tools and techniques would be an advantage
• Excellent Excel skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills required
• Understanding of raw material, forgings, machining, supplier manufacturing processes and treatments would be an advantage
• Previous experience of Syteline Business systems an advantage.
Position Details
• Flexible working location – based out of either Deeside or Cheltenham, however Deeside location would be preferred
• Travel to UK and international suppliers and other Triumph sites
• Hours of Employment: 37 hours a week. Flexibility may be required.