Company Overview
Qioptiq designs and manufactures market leading Optronic solutions for Defense & Aerospace applications. Key markets include head up displays for commercial airliners, helmet mounted displays for 4th & 5th generation fast jet platforms, night vision for the dismounted soldier, and advanced electro-optics for airborne, maritime and vehicle platforms. Our diverse product range are enabled by the development and application of innovative technologies and engineering solutions. To further expand our portfolio Qioptiq is seeking an exceptional individual to support the development and delivery of our expanding range of next-generation products and technologies.

Job Outline
As a Senior Buyer, you are responsible for the procurement and management of goods and services, supporting the business needs via request for quotations, management of purchase orders and supplier performance management to contract.

Key Responsibilities:
- Manage purchase orders for goods and services from quotation through to delivery and invoice payment.
- Prepare Post tender analysis and recommendations, Contribute and Lead Supplier Negotiations.
- Select Suppliers that best meet the needs of the business and are aligned with our values.
- Ensure the timely placement of Purchase Orders from requisitions, aligning Commitment dates from Suppliers to Stakeholder required dates.
- Support the prompt resolution of any questions / queries from Suppliers and manage changes.
- Maintain positive and collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, vendors and contractors to support the needs of the business.
- Conduct spend analysis and benchmarking to ensure we achieve best value from suppliers.
- Lead and Support Supplier Engagements for key Suppliers and service providers.
- Ensure AX is up to date with accurate information gathered from the supply chain to support timely execution of Purchase Orders and accuracy of our SIOP process.
- Support Procurement Improvement Projects.
- Ensure Departmental and individual targets are met and satisfied.
- Ensure Compliance to business Processes and Procedures.

Personal Specification

Essential

• Excellent Interpersonal Skills.
• Highly self-motivated, enthusiastic and dynamic.
• Strong Time management and organisational skills.
• Good Attention to Detail.
• Excellent Analytical Skills.
• Manufacturing Procurement Experience.

Desirable

• Understanding of ERP Systems. Preferably AX.
• Degree with Procurement Focus.
• Experience of Purchasing in manufacturing.
• Excellent Commercial Acumen.
• Experience within a Manufacturing Organisation.
• Basic understanding of AS9100.
• Basic Understanding of Contract Law.

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