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Buyer Specialist

Employer
GE Aviation
Location
Cheltenham, United Kingdom
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
4 Jun 2019

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Clearance Level
SC, None / Undisclosed
Sector
Aerospace
Job Type
Permanent
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Cheltenham, United Kingdom

Business:
    GE Aviation
Function:
    Sourcing
Role Summary/Purpose:
    The Buyer Specialist will oversee and manage the compliant PO conversion process for several suppliers across multiple commodities. The Buyer Specialist will execute compliant req conversion, PO commits etc in line with Global Sourcing PCC metrics for their assigned suppliers. The Buyer Specialist will also support resolution to multifaceted purchasing issues.
Essential Responsibilities:
  • Supplier/Order book management
  • Creation of compliant Purchase Orders and Purchase Agreements to support business and customer needs.
  • Provide Weekly Commits & Daily Actuals on P1 Req Conversions to PO
  • Operational execution on key Sourcing BUCC metrics
  • Drive resolution to purchase Orders, Non Conformance, Corrective Actions to maintain material availability.
  • Ensure lead-time parameters on the system are maintained.
  • Assure orderly administration and retention of records.
  • Identify and assess supplier performance.
  • Ensure supplier process is completed in accordance with GE process and applicable regulatory requirements - including EASA145, FAA8130-3, AS9100 as appropriate.
  • Ensure suppliers have the necessary information in a timely manner to support export license applications.
  • Ensure supplier delivery commitments are understood and communicated to the business/fulfilment as appropriate.
  • Where the supplier delivery commitment does not support business requirements support Fulfilment to resolve issues.
  • Raising compliant Purchase Order Folder documentation.
  • Resolve Supplier Invoice QueriesBusiness Review
  • Establish a schedule of regular reviews with key suppliers utilising the standard business review template working with other sourcing and business functions.Other Duties
  • Track obsolescence and alert the business to any issues in a timely manner to allow Last Time Buy if required
  • Sourcing Specialists will be expected to train and support new starters with developing a training plan as required and be able to show evidence of the trainingsuccessfully completed.
  • Customer and Quality audits requiring review of Sourcing policies and procedures will be supported by Sourcing Specialist
  • As part of a development plan the Buyer Specialist can support the Senior Buyer/Sourcing Ops Leader by collating data, preparing documentation and supporting supplier discussions to establish and implement Long Term Agreements.The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and there is an expectation of flexibility on roles and responsibilities
Qualifications/Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least significant experience in a Sourcing Role) or equivalent knowledge or experience
  • Some experience in Sourcing or related role
  • Strong Quantative and analytical skills
  • PC and database proficiency
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Commercial acumen
  • Building relationships to last with empathy
  • Focus on simplicity and most important tasksApplications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit the UK Border Agency website http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/working Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/61212/hmg-personnel-security-controls.pdf
Desired Characteristics:
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Strong problem solving skills
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