Job Description

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Description

Employment type: Permanent Employment basis: Full Time Salary: 27,700 - 32,000 Standard Hours: Flexible Working / 40 hours per week



Are you ready to play a key role in supporting the operations of a renowned aircraft manufacturer? As a Buyer at Britten-Norman, you'll be responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and expediting materials, parts, and services essential to the delivery of our aircraft projects.

Your main focus will be to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of all components required by our pre-owned aircraft refurbishment and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) teams--helping them to maintain peak efficiency and performance.

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Key Responsibilities

Identify suppliers, raise supplier Request for Quotations (RFQs) and negotiate the most effective output to serve the needs of the business. Raising Request for Quotes (RFQs) and Purchase Orders (POs) to meet requirements. Seek alternative routes to supply to achieve project deliverables and budget. Close down old / redundant RFQ / P. O's (where applicable). Update the PO Tracker. Update Aerotrac accordingly. Negotiate best prices for orders. Administer the creation of New Supplier Requests. Carry out collection or shipping requests, as required by the company. Liaise with the Finance Department and / or Suppliers in relation to all Invoice Queries. Provide reporting to the business on the status of procurement activities. Attend relevant internal meetings Highlight risks, issues and delays. Manage zero stock-outs for fast moving/consumable items. Become an Aerotrac (database) super user. Advising Project Managers and Delivery teams on the status of projects. Update / feed into project risk registers. Provide reports to the Delivery Teams on project costs. Providing costings to the Project Managers, Delivery, Business and Commercial teams to inform bids, budgets and post cost analysis. Report any export / import concerns / issues to the finance department and line manager. Assist the Head of Procurement and or departmental heads in seeking new ways to source, procure and manufacture components with support from the technical team to take Britten-Norman forward into a new era of innovation. Import/Export and ITAR Manage temporary imports of aircraft and aircraft components in the MRO environment. Ensure any ITAR qualifying items are managed correctly.



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Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Previous experience is a similar role (5 years plus) Strong commercial awareness. Effective communication and influencing skills up to a
senior level.
Microsoft Excel knowledge. Confident decision maker. Proactive with strong attention to detail. Strong problem-solving skills . Experience in sourcing nationally and internationally. Experience in Procurement databases.


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Benefits

36 annual leave days (inclusive of Bank and Public Holidays) Contributory pension scheme with a salary sacrifice option Private healthcare scheme Flu vaccination Dental and optical cover Employee Assistance Program Support with learning and professional development (courses and licenses) Health screening and therapies Digital GP Referral bonus


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About Britten-Norman

Britten-Norman is a leading aircraft manufacturer that has been building aircraft continuously for over 70 years. The company is world renowned for its iconic BN2 Islander Series. The Islander is one of the most successful civil aircraft ever produced in the UK. Available in both piston and turboprop variants, Islander aircraft offer exceptional Short Take-off and Landing capabilities and the ability to operate from unprepared surfaces, including both grass and sand. It has been manufactured continuously since 1965, with 1,299 aircraft built to date. Islander aircraft provide adaptable, low-cost solutions that are currently in daily use with some 200 companies and organisations in over 70 countries worldwide. Britten-Norman also provides comprehensive support to its customers, with field servicing, training, and modifications/upgrades available. They have a dedicated training department that offers expert OEM approved training for pilots, mission operators, and technicians. Additionally, they prioritise innovation and are currently involved in various Research and Development programs. With facilities in the UK and USA, Britten-Norman is able to cater to customers globally. Their commitment to excellence and their passion for pushing boundaries in aircraft design make them a top choice for those in the aviation industry.