JMC Aviation are working with a component repair company based in Saffron Walden (relocating to Braintree in Autumn 2025), looking to recruit a new Head of Procurement to join their team.
You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.
This client specialises in component repairs for a wide range of commercial aircraft from electrical to mechanical and interior to welding. The company offers a warm welcoming environment with a great team environment, aiding their employees in honing their skills providing outstanding customer service.
This is a Permanent Position based in Saffron Walden (relocating to Braintree in Autumn 2025).
40x hours per week, working days 08:00-16:30.
Salary and Benefits Annual Profit Share Scheme
31 days holiday including Bank Holidays
40-hour week Monday to Friday
Working hours: 8:00-16:30
Nationally recognised Training provided and career development opportunities
Company Uniform Provided and all necessary PPE
Employee Assistance Programme
The Role
The role holder will report to the Head of Production and the primary purpose of the job will be to manage all aspects of purchasing to ensure all component parts and materials are available to production in order to maximise production output at the best negotiated purchase prices.
Other duties involve: Establish and implement purchasing policies, procedures and best practices
Direct procurement policies to ensure all items are purchased and delivered within budget and time constraints
Identify and source new suppliers and vendors
Manage vendor and supplier selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity and reliability
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors
Develop, negotiate and administer purchasing agreements and contracts with suppliers in support of organizational requirements
Evaluate contracts to ensure compliance with legal requirements and organizational policies
Measure and manage the vendor and supplier cost, quality and delivery performance
Troubleshoot cost, quality and delivery concerns
Manage risk relating to quality, cost, delivery and supply of purchases
Work with relevant departments to manage minimum inventory requirements
Facilitate timely placement of purchase orders
Review purchase orders for proper authorization and compliance with organizational policy and procedures
Develop and manage purchasing budgets and forecasts
Monitor and reduce purchase variances to meet profit objectives
Produce regular reports on purchase commitments, costs and delivery performance
Oversee the operations and daily activities of the purchasing department
In order to be successful in this role the Stores Team Leader will need to demonstrate the following skills and attributes: Experience in a similar role in an Aviation MRO with a proven track record of success.
Expereince in sourcing parts, negotiating prices and ensuring there is a pipeline of parts
Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply (desirable)
IT literate with knowledge of Aerotrac
If you think this is the role for you and you have the necessary skills and attributes, please apply today or contact JMC Aviation for more details.
Please note that due to the high level of applicants we will only be contacting shortlisted candidates regarding this role.
For this opportunity JMC Aviation Ltd is acting as an employment agency.
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