Job Description Summary

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Lead Buyer to join our purchasing team in Cheltenham on a 15 month fixed term contract. In this position, you will take ownership of a group of suppliers, managing purchase order placements and address any challenges that arise. You will also escalate issues as necessary to mitigate any concerns or risks.

There is potential for this role to expand to include Long Term Agreement (LTA) and Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) placements, aligning with our commodity partnership strategy.

GE Aerospace is a world leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial, military, business, and general aviation aircraft.

Our Cheltenham facility specialises in manufacturing advanced aircraft power distribution and avionics systems. With a history dating back to 1939, the site focuses on design, development, manufacturing, and aftermarket services for major aerospace manufacturers in the civilian and military sectors.

Employees at Cheltenham have unique opportunities to work on complex projects with international clients, developing essential aircraft systems for the future.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Place and follow-up on POs. Manage relationships with suppliers for PO execution. Manage problems and schedule changes. Update ERP.
• Applies general knowledge of business developed through education or past experience. Understands how work of own team contributes to the area.
• Resolves issues using established procedures. Consults People Leader or more senior team members for issues outside of defined parameters.
• Own the 40 day requisition metric for given requisition pool - driving forecasting and management/escalation of risk
• Support the continued deployment of PFEP - improving data quality
• Partner with relevant Commodity Lead to grow buy/commodity partnership
• Maintain ownership of certain strategic suppliers

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience in Sourcing & Buying-Procurement.
• Relevant experience in Aerospace/FAR15 procurement would be an advantage

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and personal leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated ability to analyse and proactively resolve problems
• Proven analytical and organisational ability
• Sound commercial and financial acumen
• Strong knowledge of GE Aerospace products and services
• Knowledge of Working with Government compliance

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward.  Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Pension
• Bonus          
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection            
• Private medical cover    

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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