Junior Buyer

At SYOS Aerospace, we’re not here to do things the way they’ve always been done. We’re building the next generation of autonomous systems across air, land, and sea – turning ambitious ideas into technology that works in the real world. From cutting-edge research, design, and advanced engineering in New Zealand to manufacturing scale-up and global delivery in the UK, our teams are transforming innovative concepts into operational products used by customers around the world.

This is an opportunity to join SYOS at a pivotal stage of growth – where the work you do today will help shape the products, processes, and capabilities of tomorrow. Whether you’re looking to build an international career or see yourself in New Zealand in the future, this could be the opportunity that opens the door. As we continue to grow globally, we’re committed to creating career pathways across our teams, projects, and locations.

We’re growing fast, taking on bigger challenges, and building technology that matters. At SYOS, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, solve problems, and see your work make a real impact.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Buyer to join our growing Supply Chain team in Fareham. This is an entry-level procurement role designed for someone looking to develop start your career in supply chain and purchasing. You’ll learn how the buying process works from experienced colleagues, gain hands‑on experience, and develop the skills you need to build a successful career in procurement.

You'll gain hands‑on experience across all aspects of tactical buying while working closely with experienced colleagues who will support your professional development.

As a Junior Buyer, you’ll help make sure we have the materials, components and services we need, when we need them and in line with cost targets. The role plays a key part in ensuring materials, components and services are sourced and delivered in line with project requirements, lead times and cost targets. You'll collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, Finance and Programme teams while building strong relationships with suppliers to support the successful delivery of our products.

You'll be supported throughout your development and will have the opportunity to build your knowledge, confidence and experience as you progress in the role.

In this role, you’ll:

• Raise, track and manage purchase orders in alignment with project schedules.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable supply and continuous improvement.
• Expedite order acknowledgements and delivery commitments.
• Monitor material availability, lead times and risks, escalating issues where necessary.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production to support BOM creation, changes and new product introduction.
• Support contract and pricing negotiations in line with company cost‑reduction targets.
• Work with Quality teams to resolve supplier NCRs and ensure adherence to specifications.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP/MRP systems to ensure accurate pricing, lead time and supplier data.
• Liaise with the Stores / Finance teams, as appropriate, to resolve delivery, shortage or invoice discrepancies.
• Identify opportunities to streamline purchasing processes and improve supply chain efficiency.

Experience required:

• Experience as an administrator and/or in a customer-facing role.
• A further education qualification in Business, Economics, Supply Chain or Procurement, would be an advantage.
• Good experience of using Microsoft Excel and other IT systems with confidence, working with data and information.
• Experience of meeting deadlines, managing tasks and staying organised in a busy working environment.
• Experience in a procurement, logistics, supply chain role…