Role: Buyer Location: Bitton Salary: up to £35K DOE Our client is a cutting-edge build-to-print manufacturer specialising in the creation of complex, precision-engineered components for some of the most demanding sectors in aerospace. From airframes and wings to landing gear, the company delivers unmatched expertise in machining, treating, and assembling intricate parts. With a comprehensive suite of services, including rapid-response speed shop solutions for spares and Aircraft on Ground (AOG) emergencies, the company ensures that its clients' needs are met with speed and precision. Renowned for its industry-leading thread rolling capabilities and a track record of excellence validated by multiple customer approvals, the company is at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing innovation. This role is perfect for a dynamic individual with a deep understanding of the aerospace supply chain and who thrives on driving supplier relationships and orchestrating seamless purchasing processes. Position Overview: As a Buyer, your primary responsibility will be to establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, particularly focusing on raw materials and surface treatments. You will play a crucial role in ensuring a competitive and high-performing supply chain to support the company's global aerospace and defense clientele. Key Responsibilities: Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers. Ensure alignment and clear communication to enhance supply chain performance. Purchasing Responsibilities: Purchase raw materials, tooling, sundries, parts, and subcontracted processes. Handle ad-hoc production requirements and other purchasing needs as directed. Compliance and Costing: Ensure all purchasing activities comply with customer and regulatory requirements. Obtain costs and lead times to support customer quotes. Supply Chain and ERP Management: Maintain current supplier delivery dates in the ERP system. Participate in supplier approval and management activities, including identifying and communicating with potential suppliers, visiting suppliers, and addressing performance issues. Additional Duties: Perform any other duties or projects as directed by management. Skills & Experience Required: Supply Chain Interaction: Experience in supply chain management and performance evaluation. Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Time Management: Effective time management capabilities. Aerospace Industry Experience: Prior experience in the aerospace industry, particularly within a specific supply chain, is preferred. Negotiation Skills: Experience in negotiating with suppliers. Compensation & Benefits: Salary: Dependent on experience (DOE). Leave: 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. Pension: Company pension scheme. Health Benefits: Health Care Cash Plan. Additional Benefits: Death in Service (DIS) benefit. Electric Vehicle (EV) Scheme. Employee referral program. Enhanced family-friendly benefits. Cycle to Work Scheme. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). If you are a Buyer and believe you can make a significant impact in this role, please reach out to me (Tom) at (phone number removed) or email (url removed). I look forward to discussing how you can contribute to their team