We are looking for a Purchasing Supervisor to join our Christchurch, Dorset team!
As a Purchasing Supervisor for our Christchurch location, you will oversee the accurate maintenance of purchasing data on the Integrated Business System. Develop ideas and robust plans to reduce the material cost of sales. Oversee day-to-day running of the operational purchasing activity by controlling all demand activity for the purchase of direct materials.
Location: Christchurch, Dorset
We Take Care of Our People
Work-life balance through our Hybrid working, flexitime program and condensed work week (role dependent). Paid Time Off, Retirement with Employer Match, Health and Wellness Benefits, Learning and Development Opportunities, Competitive Pay, Bonus Scheme, Recognition, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Inclusive & Supportive Culture.
Your Challenge
Direct the activities of the buying team to maximise effectiveness, compliance and management of the supply chain to meet the demands of the business.
Support the buying team regarding the MRP requirements and make informed decisions. This will include the push out and pull in of demand driven by the planning system linked to meeting our Working Capital target.
Support the buying team on day-to-day operational tasks as required, e.g., proactively expedite orders to ensure there is no impact on operational demand and purchase order placement.
Support the Bids and Tenders team for new and repeat business opportunities.
Contribute and lead supplier negotiations.
With the Purchasing Manager, research and develop new sources of supply to support business growth that provide high quality products at a better price while maintaining the highest code of ethics and conduct.
Oversee the establishment and maintenance of supplier development programmes to ensure optimal performance, and chair cross-functional Quarterly Business Review meetings with key suppliers.
Implement plans to mitigate risk in the supply chain.
Perform other such duties commensurate with the nature and level of the post as may be reasonably required.
What You Bring
Essential
Hold MCIPS or working towards MCIPS Level 5/6.
Computer literate and competent with MS Office.
Working knowledge of MRP systems.
Diligent and well-organised.
Good negotiation, leadership and motivational skills.
People management and objective setting.
Minimum 3 years in a Purchasing Management/Supervisor role.
Desirable
Degree in a business-related topic (engineering, business, etc.).
Experience in writing Frame Agreements / Supply Agreements.
An engineering background/qualification.
Experience of working in the Aerospace industry with specific exposure to purchasing of electronic components, printed circuit board assemblies, machining, fabrication.
Who We Are
Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a trusted, proven leader, delivering superior products and services that meet the defense and aerospace industries' toughest challenges with best-in-class value.
Our facility is committed to quality and excellence in manufacturing for our flight recorder, air data computer, video management systems, computing systems, mission displays and video recorder products.
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance.
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
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