Buyer – Engineering / Aerospace Manufacturing
📍 Coventry | 💰 Competitive + Benefits
A growing aerospace engineering manufacturer in Coventry seeking an experienced Buyer to support our procurement and supply chain activities, with a strong focus on material and subcontract purchasing.
Key Responsibilities
* Purchase raw materials in line with production demand
* Source and manage subcontract services (machining, finishing, treatments)
* Negotiate costs, lead times, and terms with suppliers
* Manage supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery)
* Raise and manage purchase orders via ERP/MRP systems
* Work cross-functionally with production, planning, and engineering
* Support cost reduction and supply chain improvement initiatives
Requirements
* Experience as a Buyer within engineering/manufacturing (aerospace preferred)
* Strong background in material and subcontract procurement
* Good commercial and financial awareness
* Exposure to supply chain management
* Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
* ERP/MRP system experience desirable
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary
* Stable, growing aerospace business
* Varied, commercially focused role
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