Strategic Buyer - Battery Industrialisation

We won't realise our mission following the same legacy processes and traditions our predecessors followed, instead, we want to 'redefine' aerospace best practices. We are growing quickly from a prototype business to a scaling SME, and the next few years will be critical to our success and delivering on our ambitious goals. Valo is targeting airliner-level safety certification in 2028 ahead of entering service with our airline and operator customers.

• Lead sourcing and commercial activity for battery pilot line equipment, tools, and services
• Run RFX processes, review supplier proposals, and negotiate contracts that support our industrialisation goals
• Translate technical requirements from manufacturing engineers into clear procurement strategies
• Build and manage supplier relationships that can scale from pilot line to high-volume production
• Support sourcing for wider industrialisation projects, including prototype tooling and test equipment
• Identify and manage risks across the supply chain to support battery line commissioning and readiness
• Collaborate closely with internal teams across Engineering, Manufacturing, Facilities, and Programme functions
• Ensure procurement activity aligns with budget, schedule, and quality expectations

• Experience in industrial or technical procurement - ideally in aerospace, automotive, EV battery, or automation sectors
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills, with a track record of managing supplier contracts and RFX processes
• Confidence working with engineering and manufacturing teams to translate technical needs into sourcing plans
• Solid understanding of project planning and how procurement supports operational readiness
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset - comfortable in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across multiple disciplines
• Ability to manage supply chain risks and build long-term supplier partnerships
• CIPS qualification or working toward it is an advantage

• 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday
• 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell)
• 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership
• Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits
• Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand)
• Company performance based bonus – rewarding company and individual performance
• Company Share Scheme – open to every Vertical employee
• Company Pension Scheme – 5% and we match it
• Breakfast on us, every day

We may just be the hardest job you’ve ever had, but we’re confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility.