Responds to Material Requirements Planning (MRP) messages to procure material in order to support production requirements - responsible for sourcing, creation of purchase orders, maintenance of key planning parameters, reconciliation of invoices and purchase order issues
Obtains the best value for material, best value is defined as a combination of price, delivery, quality and service., considering total cost of acquisition when making procurement decisions
Actively participate in company projects, company development, and identification of possible cost lowering measures, improved yield and productivity
Manage supplier performance to ensure site is working with the right strategic suppliers to support short and long-term objectives
Create and support commodity-based sourcing strategies to ensure site is working with the appropriate vendors
Key skills and qualifications
Experience within purchasing or buying preferable from a production background or within the aerospace industry
Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate concisely at all levels inside and outside the company coupled with negotiation skills
Result-oriented, proactive, team-player who is responsive and responsible to deliver on commitments
SAP and Excel skills
Good organisational skills and planning skills
Our offer
A culture that fosters inclusion, diversity and innovation
Market specific training and on-going personal development
Additional Information
JOB ID: HRD222542
Category: Procurement
Location: Main Building 1, 1 Queen Anne Drive, Lochend Industrial,Estate, Newbridge,Edinburgh,CITY OF EDINBURGH,EH28 8LP,United Kingdom