Marson are exclusivley recruiting for an Operational Buyer to join a world renowned Aerospace company at their Filton site. This is a fast-paced, site-based role focused on supplier scheduling, delivery performance, and ensuring continuity of supply in line with production requirements.
You will play a key role in maintaining material flow into a complex manufacturing environment, working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to prevent shortages and improve supplier performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage supplier delivery performance across a portfolio of approximately 10M spend
- Schedule suppliers in line with Master Production Schedule (MPS)
- Maintain accurate data within MRP/ERP systems
- Update and track supplier promise dates to ensure accuracy
- Identify and escalate supply risks, bottlenecks, and constraints
- Support Integrated Business Planning (IBP) and external supply reviews
- Drive ongoing supplier performance improvements
- Manage day-to-day supplier relationships and communication
- Lead or support supplier review meetings and scorecard processes
- Work closely with internal functions including production, receiving, and quality teams
- Support supplier non-conformance, returns, and claims processes
- Resolve invoice queries to ensure timely supplier payment
- Ensure adherence to procurement processes and health & safety standards
Key Requirements
Essential
- Degree qualified OR 2+ years’ experience in procurement / supply chain
- Strong experience working in a manufacturing or engineering environment
- Knowledge of MRP / ERP systems (e.g. SAP)
- Experience managing suppliers and delivery performance
- Strong Excel / IT skills
Desirable
- APICS / MCIPS qualification
- Business-related degree
- Experience in aerospace or highly regulated industries
Additional Information
- Regular travel to supplier sites may be required
- This is a hands-on, operational role focused on ensuring materials are delivered on time to support production
- Candidates must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, reactive environment