Senior Buyer

3 months ago

Runcorn, United Kingdom Héroux-Devtek Full time

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Company Bio:

Entrepreneurial Leader
Heroux-Devtek, the world’s 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America and Europe. The Company’s longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain. With its most recent acquisitions, Heroux-Devtek is bolstering its status as one of the foremost landing gear, actuation and hydraulic system designers and manufacturers in the global aerospace industry.

Division info:

The Landing Gear Market specializes in the design, qualification, manufacture and repair and overhaul of landing gears and flight critical components to a customer base that extends from the OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) to the Operators in both the commercial and military markets.

Summary of position:

Buyer is responsible for the development and execution of Category strategies as designated, that will drive long-term improvements in Quality, Cost and Delivery, with engagement and support of key stakeholders that enhance business competitive and commercial performance, its customers and its suppliers. Operates across the full product / service life cycle ensuring supplier commercial issues are resolved effectively and efficiently. Manages the sourcing of parts / services including the raising and management of all purchase documents within the ERP or other Procurement systems where designated, ensuring adherence to production milestone requirements.

Main responsibilities:

• Develop and execute Category strategies to support business goals for New Product Introduction and serial production, ensuring improvements in Quality, Cost, and Delivery.
• Lead and coordinate supplier sourcing processes and relationships, fulfilling Procurement Managers' and Operational Buyers' responsibilities.
• Ensure supply chain within assigned categories meets annual Purchase cost commitments using a total cost of acquisition approach.
• Resolve cost issues and maintain supplier pricing within the ERP system, consulting with Procurement Managers.
• Oversee delivery performance of suppliers within designated categories, supporting programme milestone and serial production requirements.
• Manage quality performance of suppliers within responsible categories, consulting with Procurement and Quality Managers to address issues.
• Support departmental budget holders in Capex procurement, defining preferred suppliers and drafting contracts/SLAs to maximise value and minimise risk.
• Ensure adherence to and continuous improvement of procurement processes and procedures, maintaining systems to meet KPIs and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

Skills & Requirements:

• CIPS Qualified (or willing to work towards)
• Category strategy writing experience, including value opportunity identification
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Understands and operates supplier relationship and category management
• Has a proven track record in delivering results, on time and on budget.
• Understands value levers and cost drivers
• Understands manufacturing processes and cost drivers
• Understands total cost of acquisition impact
• Contract and supplier negotiation experience

What we Offer?

• Generous group pension plan with up to employer contribution matched by employees.
• Competitive salaries tied to performance, reviewed annually for fairness.
• Standard -hour week, Annual leave days + bank holidays
• Supportive environment investing in growth through mentorship and training.
• Cultivating a culture where diversity is valued and respected, fostering innovation and organizational success.
• Our motivating work environment and leadership approach empower individuals to enact meaningful change and contribute positively to the organization's success.
• Friend referral bonuses and loyalty programs are accessible, providing incentives for referrals and encouraging loyalty among employees.
• Social events like BBQs and Christmas parties for team building and fostering a vibrant workplace culture.

Héroux-Devtek aims to grow as an industry by meeting customer expectations through the dedication and commitment of its people.
Heroux-Devtek emphasizes a culture cantered on the "4 Rs": Respect, Responsibility, Recognition, and Resilience. This entails fostering quality relationships with customers, colleagues, and suppliers, ensuring quality delivery and fairness, acknowledging employee achievements, and promoting flexibility, openness, and tenacity among employees. This approach contributes to a stable workforce and reinforces an entrepreneurial spirit, guiding employees towards shared objectives.

Equal Opportunity to Employees:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics.

User privacy is paramount, we are committed to safeguarding your personal data in compliance with GDPR regulations.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Héroux-Devtek is an equal opportunity employer.

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