Buyer – Space & Aerospace Procurement
Location: Stevenage
Contract: Contract until November 2026 (with potential extension)
Working Pattern: 37 per week over 4.5 days, worked flexibly between 7am–7pm
Pay Rate: £26.00 per hour (Umbrella) / £19.43 per hour (PAYE)
Clearance: BPSS (completed by the Client)
IR35: Inside IR35
Our client, a leading organisation within the aerospace and defence sector, is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their Procurement team in Stevenage. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex space structures assemblies within a highly technical, fast‑paced environment.
The Role
As Buyer, you’ll play a key role in managing supplier relationships and driving commercial performance across the supply chain. You’ll negotiate contracts, manage risks, and ensure quality, cost competitiveness, and on‑time delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Negotiate new supplier contracts and amendments
* Manage supplier contracts, claims, and commercial reviews
* Retender contracts ahead of expiry or price validity end dates
* Monitor supplier financial health and implement mitigation actions
* Ensure accuracy and compliance with commercial terms & conditions
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives across cost, quality, and delivery
* Prepare and attend strategic alignment meetings with major suppliers
* Identify and promote innovative supplier solutions
* Manage supplier‑related risks including financial, strategic, and monopoly risks
Skills & Experience
Essential:
* Proven procurement or buying experience
* Experience working in a multi‑functional environment
* Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, including at senior levels
Desirable:
* Commercial, contractual, or financial knowledge
* Experience within aerospace or defence environments
If you think this could be a new and exciting career opportunity for you and you would like to learn more or just for an initial, no-obligation conversation please contact me on 07732 694 243 or you can apply directly by following the Easy Apply link and I will contact you as soon as I receive your contact details.