Senior Buyer - Mechanical Segment

Thales Defense and Security Inc

Harwell, United Kingdom
Performance-related bonus (grade dependent); benef...
Proven experience in aerospace or defence procurement
Strategic sourcing and contract negotiation skills
Understanding of export controls and trade compliance
This role involves driving supplier tendering and negotiation processes for propulsion systems and mechanical equipment within the space sector

Job Summary

  • This role involves driving supplier tendering and negotiation processes for propulsion systems and mechanical equipment within the space sector.
  • Candidates will collaborate with business-winning teams to negotiate complex contracts and shape global supplier partnerships.
  • The position offers a half-day Friday schedule, 28 days annual leave, private healthcare, and a performance-related bonus.

Matching Summary

This role involves driving supplier tendering and negotiation processes for propulsion systems and mechanical equipment within the space sector.

Salary

Performance-related bonus (grade dependent); Benefits: Half day every Friday; 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Proven experience in Aerospace or Defence procurement
  • Strategic sourcing and contract negotiation skills
  • Understanding of export controls and trade compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Willingness to travel internationally
  • Italian language proficiency
  • CIPS or IACCM professional accreditation

Key Requirements

  • Security Clearance (SC) required prior to commencing employment
  • Degree in Business, Law, or equivalent qualification
  • Minimum 5 years UK residence for full SC eligibility

Work Rights

Must have Security Clearance (SC)

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