The post holder will be responsible for team management of a group of buyers within the supply chain delivery team & reports directly to the supply chain delivery manager. They are responsible for cost effective purchasing of all production and consumable materials within the scope & ensuring on time delivery & within budget. Deputise for supply chain delivery management.

Responsibilities

• Provide coordination and leadership in procurement activities for assigned commodities.
• Serves as a functional expert for the team.
• Apply advanced knowledge and skill while performing duties of a Buyer.
• Apply expertise in Materials Management and Purchasing policies in coaching buyers.
• Compliance to departmental policies; procedures.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for buying related issues for triage and escalation purposes. May also be responsible for the purchasing of complex accounts where required.
• The post holder will ensure all resources are primarily focused on delivering the requirements including the forecast and delivery of parts and material, process improvements, service re-design and improved outcomes within budget.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations.
• Demonstrate professional approach when dealing with external/internal suppliers in both written and verbal form of communication.
• Collaborate on development of a people strategy for the department and manage deployment of such within team. This should provide a framework for team performance evaluation/feedback, training needs identification/validation and individual employee development plans.
• Effective control and implementation of all relevant QAF standard documentation
• Take ownership and implement root cause corrective actions against non- conforming suppliers.

Reward

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus (linked to company performance)
• 33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years’ service)
• 37.5 hours per week
• Flexi time working
• £5,000 employee referral bonus
• Health cash plan
• Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme – Salary Sacrifice
• Electric Car Scheme – Salary Sacrifice
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme at x4 gross salary
• Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• IVF & Assisted Conception Policy
• Women in Business Membership
• Wellbeing Initiatives
• Employee Recognition scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Local charity / sponsorship activities
• Dedicated employee parking
• Discounted Gym membership
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career progression

Requirements

Essential

• Knowledge of the ERP/MRP systems used within the procurement industry is recommended, as well as the Microsoft Office package – including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Knowledge of problem-solving tools such as 3C’s 8D’s and components of lean/continuous improvement work environment

Desirable

• CIPS accreditation or a relevant related degree is desirable but not essential dependant on industry experience

We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting.

Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer.

The closing date for applications is the 24/08/2025

For further infomation contact careers@thompsonaero.com