At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. The Vertical Lift Supplier Management and Procurement team has an exciting position for Procurement Agent (Buyer) within our Aircraft support team. This role is offered on a hybrid working basis minimum 3 days in office. Locations preferred: Gosport, Bristol; Other: Yeovil.
Responsibilities
* Partner with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to expand our service delivery model while ensuring service delivery excellence to all business partners.
* Negotiate contracts for products, services and technologies.
* Engage stakeholders to integrate program, customer, product and in‑service strategies into source selection, negotiation and contracting.
* Negotiate pricing and contract terms and conditions.
* Prepare and execute negotiated contractual documents and binding agreements.
* Optimize supply‑chain execution by balancing inventory, supply orders and schedule demand.
* Manage supplier/subcontractor performance and relationships to ensure delivery, quality, financial stability and in‑service performance.
* Mitigate risks and issues.
* Initiate supplier improvement activities and integrate the results into contracting strategies.
* Perform continuous review and analysis of demand and supply.
* Prepare and execute proprietary information agreements.
* Support sourcing strategies, negotiations and documentation of contracts and agreements.
* Communicate performance expectations and metrics to evaluate and monitor supplier performance.
* Experience with Tooling and Ground Support Equipment procurement (nice to have).
Functional Excellence Competencies
* Accountability and Responsibility – demonstrate willingness to accept responsibility and accountability for one's actions.
* Adaptability – maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or environment.
* Change Management – encourage others to seek innovative approaches and facilitate implementation and acceptance of change.
* Continuous Improvement – originate action to improve existing conditions and processes; implement solutions and measure impact.
* Continuous Learning – seek feedback, modify behaviour and develop ongoing knowledge and skills.
* Innovation / Creativity – discover new opportunities and solutions beyond current practices, using innovative thinking.
* Planning and Organizing – effectively plan goals, involve stakeholders, anticipate critical events, and monitor progress.
* Strategic Decision Making – obtain information, identify key issues, develop alternatives and commit to a course of action for long‑range goals.
* Teamwork – demonstrate commitment to mission, motivation and the ability to work as a member of a team.
Technical Competencies
* Systems Thinking – understand the big picture and inter‑relationships of all activities, anticipate future events and apply systems thinking principles.
Qualifications
* Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
o 2–4 years of relevant experience.
o Understanding of the commodity.
o Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP/ERP knowledge.
o Adaptability & global mindset.
o Building positive relationships.
o Strong and effective communication.
o Customer focus.
o Analytical skills & tool development for sustainability initiatives.
o Interpersonal skills and customer focus are crucial.
o BPSS required.
* Preferred Qualifications:
o CIPS level 4+ accreditation (nice to have).
Benefits
* Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
* Continuous learning – develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
* Inclusive culture – embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice.
* Excellent adoption and parental leave options.
* 23 days plus UK public holidays and a winter break between Christmas and New Year.
* Pension plan with up to 10% employer contribution.
* Company‑paid BUPA medical plan.
* Short‑term sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks.
* Long‑term sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from week 27.
* 6× annual salary life insurance.
* Learning Together Programme to support personal and career development.
* Access to Boeing's well‑being programs, tools and incentives.
This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level. Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa.
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