Assistant Buyer - Gloucester, United Kingdom - Safran

Safran
Safran
Verified Company
Gloucester, United Kingdom

4 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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Job description:

Ability to process PO's; deal with invoice queries and manage open POs; support the Purchasing Team's data requirements.

Works collaboratively within the Purchasing Team to understand and support business strategy.
Administration support including but not restricted to; Invoice queries, Purchase Order processing and Expediting.
Support end users on day to day SAP queries.
Manage the implementation process for onboarding new suppliers.
Obtaining quotations from suppliers; doing 'smaller' RFQs; looking for savings opportunities.


Complementary description:

Propose improvements of tools and processes within the Group.
Provide efficient and effective customer service.
Adhere to all Group Policies and Procedures.
Undertake any training and development activities outlined and agreed as part of your annual appraisal / objectives setting.

Take care of your own safety and the safety of others at all times by complying with the Health & Safety Policy at all times.

Represent the company in a professional manner at all times.
Perform job responsibilities to the level identified in Internal Control procedures, policies and standards. Maintain an understanding of internal control standards and requirements.

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities and you are expected to undertake any other duties as reasonably required within your competency.


Job requirements:


Essential:
Demonstrable experience of working within a Purchasing Department.
Able to work with, influence and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders.
Proficient administration, numerical and organisational skills.


Desirable:
Previous experience of working with SAP.
Previous experience of working within an Indirect Purchasing role.
Experience of working within a Shared Service Centre environment.
Analytical skills covering written, graphic, numerical & statistical information


Qualifications:

Essential:
Business Administration qualification, or similar.


Desirable:
CIPS qualification.
Previous Customer Service training or qualification.


Specificity of the job:

UK

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defence and space markets.

Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible.

Safran has a global presence, with 76,800 employees and sales of 15,3 billion euros in 2021 and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.

Safran ranks third in Forbes's 2021 list of the World's Best Employers for its sector.
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