Benefits
* Competitive salary and remuneration package including 27 days holiday, pension contributions matched up to 9%
* Working on site at our Cambridge Head Office
* Flexible benefits package
* Marshall, an independent, family‑owned British company, proudly helping our customers move forwards since 1909
We now have an opportunity for a Buyer (12 month maternity contract) to provide critical support to our procurement function, specifically responsible for direct purchasing of aircraft components. This role will start in June 2026.
Responsibilities
* Supporting the Senior Buyer
* Performing routine day‑to‑day activities associated with the products and services, administering and expediting purchase orders
* Managing MRP requirements to satisfy production schedules and implementation of appropriate recovery plans; shortage reporting and resolution
* Receiving Bills of Materials and carrying out system checks on materials and services to be supplied to projects and shipping requirements
* Negotiating with suppliers to obtain best price and lead times, resolving any supply chain issues
* Liaising with customers/suppliers to respond to routine queries regarding contract and supply chain issues
* Providing input to project meetings to answer questions concerning contract/supply‑chain matters
* Monitoring and measuring process performance, producing regular and accurate management information/reports as required
* Adhering to a range of standard procedures and precedents to solve problems which arise, with instruction, direction and guidance available from others
Qualifications
* The ability to build supplier relationships and engage with suppliers
* Effective communication skills with a good understanding of techniques that drive quality/cost improvement
* Manufacturing procurement experience (including reading technical drawings, engineering background preferred)
* Experience with Supplier KPI's and performance management
* The ability to draft standard letters and responses
* Proficient use of MS applications with good understanding of MRP and other planning systems
* Good verbal and written communication and negotiation skills
* 'Lateral' thinker – someone who can find solutions for problems and 'think outside the box'
Equal Opportunity
If you identify as disabled under the Disability Confident Scheme, a care leaver, have experience in care, or are a member/veteran of the armed forces, you may qualify. If you meet the essential criteria for the role, reach out to .
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