Position: Buyer/Supply Chain Manager
Pay rate: £38.74 p/h inside IR35.
location: Bristol
Role Type: contract until Dec 2025 with Extension
Position: Hybrid
iO Associates seeks a Buyer - Aluminium (Extrusions) for the Bristol site. Join a global aerospace leader specializing in commercial and military aircraft, helicopters, defense, and space sectors. This role offers a chance to contribute to innovative projects within a dynamic team shaping the future of aviation and space systems.
Responsibilities
* Manage aluminium extrusion suppliers and ensure on-time, cost-effective delivery.
* Lead MFT projects, contract negotiations, and supplier selection via tender processes.
* Oversee the Aluminium ConBid process and enablement activities.
* Support cost-reduction initiatives, risk management, and performance improvements.
* Ensure contract compliance and alignment with SAP and Company procurement policy.
Skills
* Strong negotiation and contract management skills
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management
* Solid understanding of supply chain and procurement processes
* Proficiency with SAP or similar ERP systems
* Ability to manage multiple complex projects effectively
If you're a proactive, commercially minded professional looking to take the next step in your procurement career, this could be the ideal role for you.
📩 Apply today - applicants must have the right to work in the UK.