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Prestwick Aerosystems

Prestwick, United Kingdom
Supplier relationship management
Contract negotiation
Cost reduction
Manage a portfolio of suppliers including commercial relationship and cost per Aircraft, and support contract negotiations to ensure customer flow downs are protected

Job Summary

  • Manage a portfolio of suppliers including commercial relationship and cost per Aircraft, and support contract negotiations to ensure customer flow downs are protected.
  • Develop and improve performance of suppliers with regard to cost, quality, other contract terms and service; give assistance in resolving critical shortages impacting the build schedule and analyse the supply base and identify opportunities for rationalisation.
  • At our Prestwick facility, you’ll find a friendly, forward-thinking workplace with excellent rewards and opportunities to grow your career.

Matching Summary

Manage a portfolio of suppliers including commercial relationship and cost per Aircraft, and support contract negotiations to ensure customer flow downs are protected.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Supplier relationship management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Cost reduction
  • Supply base analysis
  • SAP system knowledge
  • Invoice query resolution

Nice-to-have

  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Promoting process improvements
  • Commercial and financial awareness
  • Industry best practice knowledge

Key Requirements

  • Previous experience in procurement
  • Supply chain management experience
  • Competent IT system knowledge (Excel)
  • Awareness of current contract law
  • Awareness of potential supply risks

Work Rights

Not specified

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