Procurement Manager - Crick, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom - Acro Aircraft Seating

Description

Procurement Manager Acro Aircraft Seating is one of the UK's leading and fastest-growing manufacturers of passenger seats for commercial airlines around the world.

We are an agile, innovative business at the forefront of disrupting the aerospace market.

Through modern methodologies, lean techniques, inspired innovation, and passion for being the best, Acro is positioning itself to be the world's leading aircraft seating supplier.

Collaboration is one of Acro's core values, by working together and applying our skills and expertise across Sales, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Operations, we find the solutions to our clients' most complex challenges and how we deliver our promises today and tomorrow.

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Competitive EXCELLENT BENEFITS

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension
• Healthcare scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail discounts
• Training opportunities
• 37.5 hours per week – 1 pm finish on a FridayTo be successful in this position, you will have/be; · Proven experience in a progressive manufacturing environment· Demonstrated management skills that ensure supply chain alignment, empowering, motivating, and inspiring confidence in others· Effective time management skills, adept at multitasking and prioritizing tasks· Broad knowledge of commodities related to aerospace seat builds· Experience in negotiating and implementing legal contracts· Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and inventory control processes· Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with commercial supplier organizations and negotiating with suppliers· Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, VA/VE, problem-solving tools, and components of a lean/continuous improvement work environment· Ability to present data effectively to all levels of the business· Strong commercial acumen· Five years of similar supply chain experience within manufacturing, preferably aerospace· Builds positive working relationships with direct reports and peer groups.· Proven ability to make business decisions based on quantitative data and weigh alternative solutions· Clean and current driving license required; occasional business travel may be necessary· CIPS accreditation or relevant related degree depending on industry experience The Parent Company of ACRO Aircraft Seating is Zhejiang Tiancheng Controls Co., Ltd headquartered in China.

We really want to hear from you, so don't miss your opportunity to join us Once you apply, your CV will be held on our central database.

Please do let us know if you do not wish for us to retain your details. If your application is successful, you will be contacted in due course.
Acro Aircraft Seating is an equal opportunities employer.
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The closing date for applications is 17 May 2024.


Please note:
This advert may close early if sufficient applications are received. Acro Aircraft Seating uses reserve lists for positions where more than one candidate is deemed suitable for a position.

Reserve lists are in place for 12 months, during which time reserve candidates may be offered the same or similar post should one become available.