JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

We have an exciting opportunity for a Materials Planner / Buyer to join our Caledonian site in Prestwick. You will ensure that material is available to support engine kit dates, solicit and evaluate new material/vendor repair proposals to support business, conduct cost and price analysis, and act as single point of contact with assigned Suppliers & Vendors.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Aerospace experience advantageous.
• Sourcing and/or planning experience; excellent technical knowledge.
• Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgement, diplomatic.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team player; highly motivated, good presentation skills.

• Ensure New and C-Class material is available to support Engine and Third-Party kit dates.
• Solicit and evaluate new material/vendor repair proposals to support business, conduct cost and price analysis in accordance with GEAE sourcing policy, utilizing available expertise from supporting organizations.
• Act as single point of contact with assigned Suppliers & Vendors, customer cells and shop resolving any MDR’s, invoice queries and performance issues. Maintain and update supplier performance metrics ensuring that they are available for monthly business review.
• Attend daily Production meetings and action material supply issues as required and respond with solutions/answers.
• Maintain familiarity and currency with GEAE procurement manual, sourcing policy, engine manuals, SI’s, ERS’s, SB’s, AD’s and other relevant technical publications to support operations.
• Actively support and promote GE Aerospace sourcing initiatives.