Senior Project Buyer - Mission Critical Protection

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Job Title: Senior Project Buyer
Location: Coventry, UK
Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon-Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri).
Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent and Hybrid (subject to operational needs)
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum (subject to experience)

JOB SUMMARY

This is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your skills and effectively manage a variety of procurement responsibilities for a global armour technology manufacturer and vehicle integrator. If you are up for a challenge and want to work for a fast paced and unique business that designs, manufactures, and integrates advanced protective products, then this is the role for you!

We are looking for a Procurement professional with experience of managing time critical engineering procurement projects consisting of Fabrications, Mechanical /Electrical Automotive, electrical harnessing and general engineered components manufactured to detailed technical drawings.

The successful candidate would also have experience of sourcing a variety of OEM and / or 'off-the-shelf' products in support our expanding production and aftermarket business sectors.

Do you want to work for a company which develops products that make a difference? Read on and visit our LinkedIn page to find out more about us!

BENEFITS

• Discretionary Half Year Bonus
• Hybrid working (subject to operational needs)
• Flexible start and finish working hours (subject to operational needs)
• Holidays - 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Two weeks paid leave for Reservists and Cadets to attend yearly training/camp.
• Paid leave for employees who are Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
• Pension - ER/EE - 4%/5% = 9% combined
• Life Cover - 3 x base salary
• BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan

JOB DUTIES

1. Work closely with the Project Management team to ensure all supplier costs and timescales are in line with project and business deliverables.
2. Agreed supplier responsibility, working with SQA to resolve issues and continually deliver improvements.
3. Agree all sources for materials / service requirements, ensuring that suppliers are listed on Company approved supplier listing and that pricing and terms of trade agreed, flowed down, and adhered to.
4. Maintain supplier quotation database.
5. Drive effective use of business management system (QAD) in all aspects of role.
6. Support all live projects, attending project review, planning meetings and bid support.
7. Operate within the Procurement Team, establishing, maintaining, and managing a supply base capable of supporting the business requirements and project timescales.
8. Drive supply chain improvements, delivering cost savings and supplier improvements.
9. Negotiate supply contracts with new and existing suppliers to support business requirements including pricing, delivery terms, lead-times etc.
10. Ensuring all relevant terms and conditions are flowed down to the supply chain and management of the supplier to ensure these are adhered to.
11. Placing of purchase orders and expediting deliveries.
12. Management of open purchase order records.

The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required.

CRITICAL OUTPUTS

1. Reporting against set KPI criteria including cost reduction and supplier delivery performance.
2. Effectively operate individually and as part of a team, managing suppliers to ensure support of business priorities.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience of working in a Purchasing Role within a manufacturing/production environment with responsibilities for both Production and Aftermarket material requirements
• Experience of managing and developing a wide-ranging supplier portfolio
• Knowledge and Experience ofITAR/Foreign Controls an advantage but not essential

WHAT DO WE DO AT NP AEROSPACE?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges. Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world's largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community and actively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP, Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.

Data Privacy: NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.

Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace.