Programme Buyer (Site) (East Cowes, GB)

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

Based in our East Cowes facilities, and reporting into the Procurement Operations Manager & Senior Buyer, this is an excellent opportunity for someone with some previous experience within Purchasing and Supply to join a high-performing, dynamic team, and develop a rewarding career with a successful, growing international organisation.

This role will require travel to supplier sites, both domestically and internationally (could be up to 20%)

Job Responsibilities

Reporting procurement activity and site reviews for the Programmes under their responsibility. Daily communication with internal customers and receiving areas Interface between programme and commodity management for new sourcing and change programmes in line with the group commodity strategy Supporting parts / supplier transfers and industrialisation (Major transfers) Parts / supplier transfers and industrialisation (Minor transfers) through to FAI Driving implementation of global / regional agreements within programme portfolio Transfer of parts from PO to Schedule including the negotiation of moving from Schedule to consignment / DLF etc PO demands placed upon suppliers to ensure that Key Objectives of cost, quality and delivery are secured Site procurement change control, export control and ITAR Delivery / maintenance / Integrity of site BOM Ensuring item / contract data is updated and maintained The flow down of enabled customer materials, pricing and skyline forecasts to Suppliers Developing and supporting site cost reduction opportunities and supplier development plans in-line with business requirements. Supplier risk including use of rate readiness templates and awareness of Dunn & Bradstreet for financials Managing Raw Material Inventory levels for Purchase Order parts in line with programme targets and start dates. Resolution of Invoice queries related to pricing Escalation point for any cost / contractual issues with Suppliers working with Senior Buyers and commodity management where further escalation is required. Support SQE on supplier non-conformance and processing of supplier returns and claims Ensure adherence to the Health and Safety policies and procedure.

Job Qualifications

Suitable candidates will be able to demonstrate:

ESSENTIAL:

Previous work experience gained in either Supply Chain administration/planning or Procurement roles; Strong, confident communicator, able to deal effectively with people at all levels; diplomatic, with the capability of having difficult conversations when required; Smart, switched on, with the ability to learn quickly; Organised, and able to follow a process; Natural problem solver; Computer literate; proficient in Microsoft Office; Excel, Outlook and Word; Willingness and ability for travel to supplier sites both domestically and internationally (could be up to 20%)

DESIRABLE:

Degree Qualified; APICS / MCIPS qualification; MRP Proficiency

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​ ​