Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Eaton Wimborne Located in Wimborne, Dorset, Eaton's Aerospace division is a global leader in aerospace fuel systems, renowned for delivering fully integrated solutions for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft.

Our Wimborne facility specialises in cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling systems, advanced refuelling probes, air-to-air and air-to-ground launch systems utilising both pneumatic and pyrotechnic ejection technologies, as well as a range of Defensive Aids Sub-Systems.

With over 80 years of industry experience, we are recognised as the world’s leading provider of air-to-air refuelling systems, offering fifth-generation solutions to Air Forces worldwide.

Our legacy of innovation and technical excellence sets us apart as the most advanced air-to-air refuelling supplier on the global stage.

What you’ll do:

To ensure the effective procurement of materials, components, major work packages and services

To coordinate the procurement activities for designated vendors within a commodity group

Accountable for overall performance of assigned vendors

Transacts MRP demand signals through the timely Issue of purchase orders

Ensures all Purchase Orders are acknowledged by the vendor base Actions MRP exception messages , schedule ins/out and cancellations in a timely manner

Reviews and manages the open Purchase Order book and MRP to ensure component/service deliveries are delivered in line with requirements

Ensures latest projected dates of supply dates from vendors are maintained accurately on the ERP system to ensure production lines of balance are accurate

Manages the communication and embodiment of change, making amendments to requirements, schedule and price as required

Ensures all issues preventing supply are worked to resolution i.e. FAIR, NCR, technical, and commercial change etc.

Analyses and processes supplier notifications

Acts as master data owner for purchased part records

Monitors delivery status of scheduled receipts to ensure on time delivery to need Monitors, evaluates and reports on the performance of suppliers

Ensures timely disposition and return of any non-conforming supplier material, ensuring rapid replenishment to support production needs

Manages day to day procurement activities including internal and vendor communications; negotiating schedule, delivery and pricing with vendors

Deploys responsible supply chain management practices in accordance with company policy

Performs all operations according to appropriate regulations, e.g. FARs, DFARs, Import/Export (ITAR, EAR) and in accordance with business standards

Co-operates with management to meet the employer’s legal duties and take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions

Qualifications:

Bachelor degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain or related field, or significant industry experience

Skills:

Able to efficiently and effectively transact within MRP/ERP systems

Strong influencing skills; able to operate at a senior level within supplier organisations

Tenacious in developing and driving performance from the vendor base, and holding internal stakeholders to account

Takes ownership and accountability for results

Clear understanding of when to escalate issues both internally and with suppliers

Drive and enthusiasm, desire to learn

Capacity to solve problems, analyse data, and to recall and apply complex information

Trustworthiness and professionalism with clients, peers and team members in line with all relevant Corporate Social Responsibility policies

Consistent and positive style in challenging situations

Excellent inter-personal skills

Self starter capable of chasing issues to resolution

Demonstrate established experience working in a supply chain organization. Previous experience as a buyer within a technology company (ideally mechanical/electrical/aerospace)
Experience influencing and negotiating

Strong background of supplier Relationship management

Technical knowledge of commodities being managed

Able to work within challenging financial and time constraintsCIPS certification or other relevant professional qualifications advantageous (e.g. CPM, CPIM)
The successful applicant will be in…