Aviation Procurement Specialist

6 days ago


Kingston upon Thames, Greater London, United Kingdom One Air Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Aviation Procurement Specialist to join our team at One Air. As a key member of our procurement department, you will be responsible for supporting the Technical Supply Chain Manager in the procurement of aircraft materials, goods, and services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Procurement and Logistics
    • Responsible for procuring and documenting aircraft and non-aircraft related goods/materials in accordance with all laws, governmental regulations, and company methods and processes.
    • Manage AOG (Aircraft on Ground) situations effectively and in a speedy manner.
    • Negotiate with vendors to ensure best value is being offered.
    • Monitor and expedite Purchase Orders.
  • Supply Chain Management
    • Assist in the development and execution of service contracts and maintenance support programs.
    • Participate in the development of company and customer needs, specifications, proposals, and selection of vendors.
    • Manage day-to-day tasks through the organization's ERP system.
  • Relationship Management
    • Repair management liaison with vendors and various repair stations.
    • Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Purchasing Department and the company.
    • Work with the Maintenance Planning Team to refine demand forecast accuracy.
  • Customs and Compliance
    • Define customs regimes according to the UK & International Trade strategy, follow and implement guidelines and binding customs standards as part of the Customs Compliance Management System.
    • Evaluate and identify Customs simplified / special procedures and implement processes and control measures to ensure compliance with active programs.
    • Check contracts for customs law relevance.
  • Communication and Collaboration
    • Provide excellent customer account management both internal and external to the business.
    • Attend customer/supplier meetings, which may include occasional business travel.
    • Develop business opportunities with suppliers and Customers.
Requirements
  • A minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience and applied knowledge in the Procurement environment (preferably Aviation Sector).
  • Ideally currently working in a similar role and is used to dealing not only in straightforward sales and purchasing roles but also with loans and exchanges agreements.
  • In addition, the right applicant should have experience in cost estimating, related aviation terminology, and a sound knowledge of spare parts processes preferred.
  • Experience of the Maintenance Management System AMOS or similar would be advantageous.
  • Aerospace-related qualifications would be an advantage.
  • Familiar with different currencies and conversions.
  • Highly motivated, flexible, outgoing, and persuasive, a team player with accomplished negotiation skills and a success-orientated personality.
  • Able to communicate effectively with peers and colleagues.
  • Demonstrated capability of building relationships that can be used to help fulfill One Air's objectives with the supply base.
  • Be able to communicate complex concepts or ideas in a succinct and easy-to-use fashion.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop plans and stick to timelines.
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret and assess performance through the use of metrics as well as understand the nuances behind the numbers.
  • Proven ability to consistently produce high standards of work on a continuous basis.
  • Knowledgeable on, and practicing of, human factors, human performance, and limitations.
  • Proven interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective working relationships across the business.
  • Knowledge of applicable officially recognized European/International regulations, being FAA, TCCA, EASA Part-145, PGS-15, ADR, IATA category 7/8.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive annual salary of £44,100, holiday allowance of 33 days including bank holidays, 8% Company pension contribution, Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance (3x annual salary) and Private Healthcare Insurance after successful probation.

One Air Values underlined by our Behaviours:

  • Creative
    • Enjoy a challenge, Focus on solutions, Embrace new ideas, Strive for excellence
  • Open and Honest
    • We do what we say, Ambitious but realistic, Reliable, Build strong relationships, Work together, Respect everyone's view, Remain calm under pressure, Have fun
  • Accomplished
    • Safe, Secure, Effective, Resilient


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