Purchasing Manager

2 days ago

Liskeard Cornwall, United Kingdom Castle Air Aviation Group Full time

About the job Castle Air Aviation Group is seeking a highly experienced Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead and manage all procurement, stores and logistics functions across Castle Air UK and overseas bases, ensuring full regulatory compliance, cost-effective procurement, optimal stock availability, and strong operational support to maintenance and flight operations.

Castle Air has been a leader in rotary aviation for over 40 years, offering engineering, charter, and training services across the UK and Europe. We pride ourselves on our commitment to safety, innovation, and excellence.

Lead, manage, and develop all Stores and Supply Chain staff, fostering teamwork and high performance.
• Define departmental objectives, KPIs, and performance standards.
• Ensure adequate resourcing, training (Aerotrac, regulatory), succession planning, and competency management.
• Act as primary escalation point for supply chain issues (AOG, vendor failures, logistics delays).
• Oversee all purchasing activities: parts, consumables, tooling, GSE, and contracted services.
• Manage supplier selection, negotiation, contract management, and performance evaluation.
• Develop procurement strategies to reduce cost, improve lead times, and manage risks.
• Support aircraft teardown, part-out, storage, preservation, and part-sales processes.
• Oversee tooling calibration programmes and compliance monitoring.
• Ensure efficient import/export processes, customs compliance, and Dangerous Goods handling.
• Lead AOG logistics support and oversee shipping, distribution, and dispatch standards.
• Optimise use of Aerotrac (or other ERP/MRP) systems for inventory and logistics.
• Maintain compliance with UK CAA/EASA Part 145, Part M, ADR/IATA DG, export control, and customs regulations.
• Act as key contact for supply chain matters with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide oversight for basic facilities support and coordinate third-party maintenance services.

Proven experience in aviation supply chain and stores management.
• Excellent knowledge of regulatory compliance (UK CAA/EASA Part 145, Part M).
• Skilled in procurement, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
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