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Aviation Purchasing Assistant

2 weeks ago

Kidlington OX, United Kingdom 7e179cbc-14c8-4691-a795-b3964945ddc1 Full time £26,000 - £28,000 per year

Junior Buyer / Purchasing Assistant

Location: Oxford Airport

Hours: Full-time 08:00–16:30, Monday - Friday (Fully on-site)

Salary: £26,000–£28,000 per annum (open for discussion)

Role Purpose

We are looking for a driven individual who is keen to embark on a career in aviation procurement. You will assist in the purchasing team, learning the ropes of sourcing, order placing, supplier follow-up, and supporting the full purchasing lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a career in aviation, work alongside experienced buyers, and grow into a more senior procurement role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the purchasing team in day-to-day procurement tasks (raising POs, tracking orders, liaising with suppliers)
  • Monitor supplier delivery status, follow up on delayed items, escalate issues appropriately
  • Assist with supplier information gathering, data entry, maintaining supplier records and documentation
  • Help prepare reports and basic dashboards (e.g., PO status, supplier lead-times, spend data)
  • Collaborate with operations, engineering and inventory teams to ensure parts/spares flow is maintained
  • Undertake training and development in purchasing/procurement processes, aviation parts compliance and supplier management
  • Conduct supplier and part-qualification checks under supervision
  • Support ad-hoc purchasing projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements & Attributes

  • Keen interest in procurement, supply-chain or aviation industry
  • "Switched on" attitude — self-starter, curious, willing to learn, good with detail
  • Good communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to work collaboratively in a team
  • Good numerical skills and comfortable working with data/spreadsheets
  • Organised, able to juggle multiple tasks and follow up appropriately
  • Preferably degree or equivalent qualification (but not essential if attitude and aptitude are right)
  • Interest in aviation and willingness to undergo training, adapt and grow within the role
  • Buyer experience in previous roles

What Is On Offer

  • Salary of £26k-£28k (open for discussion)
  • Entry-level role into aviation procurement with structured training and growth path
  • Work in a dynamic aircraft-services business, gaining exposure to aviation components and supplier ecosystem
  • Supportive team and real career development potential

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £27,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

  • Do you have previous experience in purchasing?

Work Location: In person