Procurement Agent

Job Description

Job Description:

Location: Prestwick, Ayrshire

Hours: 37 hours per week (half-day Friday)

Type: Full-time

Salary: Competitive

Travel Required: Occasional

Work Location: Site-based (100%)

Join One of Ayrshire’s largest Engineering Employers

Prestwick Aerosystems is proud to continue Ayrshire’s long-standing aircraft manufacturing tradition. From our Prestwick site, we manufacture aircraft wing structures used on Airbus commercial aircraft worldwide. As part of the Airbus family, we play a key role in delivering safe, reliable and high-quality aerospace products.

The Opportunity:

To implement the procurement strategy, lead negotiations with the supply base to reduce the overall costs of materials bought and ensure flow down of customer Business Agreements across multiple suppliers is embedded and managed.

How you will contribute to the team:

• You will manage several high value strategic suppliers and monitor the overall performance of the supply base, to produce clear management information for reviews.

• You will support supplier transfer management requirements, working closely with internal teams and suppliers to ensure smooth and compliant transitions.

• You will develop and deliver tailored improvement plans for multiple suppliers, setting clear targets that align with our business requirements and performance expectations.

• You will assess Customer Satisfaction ratings across Product Suppliers and Service Providers, using insights to drive targeted performance improvements and strengthen supplier relationships

About you:

• Experience in Procurement or Supply Chain Management

• Working towards CIPS (or equivalent)

• Graduate / HND or equivalent qualification or experience

Why Prestwick Aerosystems?

At our Prestwick facility, you’ll find a friendly, forward-thinking workplace with excellent rewards and opportunities to grow your career.

What we will offer you:

• 37-hour week (half-day Friday)

• Defined contribution pension (4% employee / 8% employer)

• Shift premiums up to 33% (where applicable)

• Life assurance (4x basic salary)

• Overtime paid at time and a half

• 33 days annual leave (rising with service)

• Annual bonus linked to company performance

• Virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Program, and wellbeing support

• Professional development and training opportunities

• Free on-site car parking

What Happens Next:

If you’re ready to build a career that takes you further, apply today. Successful applicants will be asked to complete:

• Right to Work check

• Employment reference checks

• Disclosure Scotland

• Pre-employment Medical (Drug and Alcohol testing)

Prestwick Aerosystems is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Prestwick Aerosystems Limited

Employment Type:
Permanent
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Experience Level:
Professional

Job Family:

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