Senior Buyer

Our client, a leading world-class aerospace material supplier, specializing in supplying a comprehensive range of products tailored for the Aviation Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) sector, are looking to recruit a Senior Buyer, to be based at their offices near St Albans, Hertfordshire . On Offer: An exciting opportunity to join a well-respected and leading aerospace materials provider who is experiencing rapid growth. Based at a modern state of the art office and warehouse facility, easily accessed by car and with onsite parking Working hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm Salary up to £35K, dependant on skills and experience. Annual Discretionary Bonus Hybrid working (1 day per week from home after 8–10 weeks of onboarding and training) Health Cover 25 Days annual leave (following completion of probation) and increasing by 1 day at years 3, 5, and 7yrs of service Pension scheme. EV car scheme (available post-probation) Recommend-a-friend scheme Quarterly team dinners, a summer team activity, and a Christmas party Enhanced parental leave (2 weeks at full pay for both maternity and paternity) Life assurance at 2x base salary (following 3 months of service) Main Purpose of the Senior Buyer: Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Senior Buyer will play a critical role within the Procurement team by driving cost efficiencies, managing supplier relationships, and optimising inventory to support revenue generation and customer satisfaction. You will work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders, particularly Sales, to ensure strategic sourcing and continuity of supply. Duties and Responsibilities of the Senior Buyer: Lead procurement activities for a designated portfolio of materials, goods, or services. Influence internal stakeholders to achieve group purchasing objectives. Review ERP/MRP recommendations to meet material and inventory demand. Deliver KPIs related to cost, cash flow, quality, service, and supply continuity. Monitor and analyse market intelligence to support procurement decisions. Support supplier innovation initiatives and adapt strategy as technology and business needs evolve. Conduct supplier risk assessments and implement corrective actions where necessary. Provide accurate input for forecasting, planning, budgeting, and reforecasting activities. Ensure supplier compliance with contract terms, based on formal legal agreements. Communicate proactively with internal stakeholders regarding procurement activities. Oversee administrative tasks within the team to ensure seamless day-to-day operations. To Be Considered: Proven experience in a procurement or purchasing role, ideally within Aerospace or Manufacturing. CIPS qualification (or working towards it) is preferred. Strong understanding of cost structures, commercial terms, and supplier management. Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Commercially astute with good financial awareness. Proficient in using ERP systems (experience preferred). Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams. Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement. For more details, please contact Willis Global - a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Aviation & Aerospace industry

Location: St Albans, UK, GB

Posted Date: 10/31/2025