AOG Buyer

Bombardier's Business Aircraft London Service Centre at Biggin Hill presents a compelling career opportunity for skilled professionals within the aviation maintenance sector. As the flagship of Bombardier’s European operations and the fastest-growing service centre in Europe, this facility offers a dynamic and forward-thinking environment. If you are looking to advance your career in a role that combines technical expertise with strategic planning and customer interaction, this AOG Buyer/Planner position warrants your serious consideration.

This role is integral to ensuring the smooth operation and efficient turnaround of Bombardier aircraft. You will be at the forefront of managing maintenance requests, coordinating resources, and interacting directly with customers and internal teams. The Biggin Hill location, a mere 14 miles from London, provides excellent accessibility and a strategic base to support a significant regional and international clientele.

Key Advantages for Candidates:

• Career Advancement in a Leading Aviation Hub: Join an award-winning network and the largest Business Aircraft OEM in the UK. This position offers a significant platform for professional growth within a rapidly expanding and prestigious organization.
• Exposure to Cutting-Edge Operations: The Biggin Hill facility is equipped to handle a comprehensive range of maintenance, modifications, and upgrades, providing you with exposure to diverse and advanced aircraft services.
• Strategic Planning and Problem-Solving: This role is not just about procurement; it involves critical thinking and planning, ensuring that all aspects of maintenance, from logistics to human performance considerations, are meticulously managed.
• Direct Customer and Vendor Interaction: You will play a vital role in liaising with customers, providing quotations, and coordinating with external vendors, honing your communication and negotiation skills.
• Development of Key Aviation Systems Knowledge: Experience with SAP and Aircraft Maintenance Management Systems (like CAMP) is highly valued, and this role will provide ample opportunity to refine these skills, which are essential in modern aviation.
• Impactful Contribution: Your work will directly contribute to aircraft availability and customer satisfaction, ensuring that Bombardier aircraft are maintained to the highest standards.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

• Essential Knowledge: A strong understanding of Bombardier aircraft is a fundamental requirement for success in this role.
• Desirable Expertise: While not always mandatory, having knowledge of aviation regulations (UK CAA, EASA, GCAA, FAA), general aircraft maintenance experience, and proficiency with SAP will significantly enhance your candidacy and your ability to excel.
• Core Responsibilities: Be prepared to manage a broad scope of duties, including work order creation, parts and consumables sourcing, vendor management, documentation review, and ensuring the meticulous completion of work packs for aircraft returning to service.
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills: The ability to collaborate effectively with project teams, communicate clearly and persuasively, and build strong relationships internally and externally is paramount.
• Analytical and Detail-Oriented Approach: This role demands a keen eye for detail, especially when reviewing aircraft documents, ensuring correct pricing, and verifying certifications.
• Proactive Problem Solving: You will need to be adept at identifying potential issues and proactively finding solutions, often in time-sensitive AOG (Aircraft on Ground) situations.

Bombardier is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for aviation and a desire to contribute to a leading global company, this AOG Buyer/Planner position at the Biggin Hill Service Centre offers an exceptional opportunity to propel your career forward.