Teledyne
Opens rr.jobsyn.org in a new tab. Check the address before sharing personal information.
Picked out automatically from the employer's ad. Read the full description before applying.
UK - Bromborough (TDY)
Full time
Be visionary
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Based in Bromborough, Teledyne CML Composites is a fast-growing manufacturer, supplying carbon/glass fibre composite parts and assemblies to some of the world’s leading aircraft and aero engine producers. Operating across three distinct product groups namely commercial, defence and business jet products, this role is an opportunity to join a team putting the finishing touches to our highly technical products.
The manufacturing facility houses some of the most advanced machining technology in Europe such as a multi axis NDT robotic machine, automated material cutting machine and multi axis CNC machining centres. Teledyne CML Composites has positioned itself and is recognised as one of the world’s leading suppliers in composites and supports the business strategy of continuous growth and technical innovation.
With an orderbook extending out into the next decade, we are looking for new colleagues to join our thriving company.
Please note: This role is based on-site. We are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship or relocation assistance for this role.
Job Purpose
The Indirect Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing the procurement of indirect goods and services that support the organisation's operations. Working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers, the role will deliver best value through effective supplier management, cost reduction initiatives, risk mitigation, and the provision of high-quality products and services that support business performance and growth.
Procurement
+ Manage procurement activities across a broad range of indirect spend categories including facilities, MRO, engineering services, tooling, IT, logistics, utilities, consumables, professional services, and capital expenditure.
+ Source new suppliers and develop sourcing strategies to achieve optimum cost, quality, service, and delivery performance.
+ Lead supplier negotiations for pricing, contracts, service agreements, and commercial terms.
+ Raise and manage purchase orders in accordance with company procedures and delegated authority levels.
+ Monitor supplier performance and ensure contracted service levels are achieved.
+ Support procurement activities for new projects, business growth initiatives, and operational improvements.
+ Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, standardisation, and spend optimisation.
+ Co-ordinate Purchase Requisitions, Raise Purchase Orders and monitor supplier delivery dates. Communicate any risks/issues to the Procurement Lead and work to resolve
+ Support procurement activities associated with projects, facilities, tooling, capital equipment, engineering services, subcontract services and operational business requirements.
+ All admin duties arising from the above including; accurate maintenance of computer files, filing of quotes and purchase orders, up to date records of NDA/SDR and Vendor Assessments
+ Take part in NPI activities for new projetcs
+ Identify and deliver cost saving projects across direct and indirect spend
Supplier & Stakeholder Management
+ Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and support operational objectives.
+ Develop effective relationships with existing and potential suppliers to improve service, responsiveness, and overall supplier performance.
+ Support supplier onboarding, qualification, and vendor assessment activities.
+ Work collaboratively with Engineering, Facilities, Operations, Quality, Finance, and Project teams to ensure procurement requirements are effectively managed.
Cost Reduction & Continuous Improvement
+ Identify and deliver cost reduction, cost avoidance, and value improvement initiatives across indirect spend categories.
+ Analyse spend data to identify savings opportunities and procurement efficiencies.
+ Benchmark suppliers and monitor market trends to ensure competitiveness and value for money.
+ Support inventory and working capital reduction initiatives where applicable.
+ Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of procurement processes, systems, and policies.
Governance & Compliance
+ Ensure procurement activities are compliant with company policies, procedures, and quality requirements.
+ Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier agreements, and contract documentation.
+ Support internal and external audits as required.
+ Ensure suppliers meet business, quality, ethical, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
+ Operate in accordance with company Health & Safety, Quality, and Environmental standards.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
+ Experience in a purchasing or procurement role within a manufacturing, engineering, or technical environment.
+ Experience managing indirect spend categories and supplier relationships.
+ Strong commercial awareness with proven negotiation skills.
+ Experience using ERP/MRP systems.
+ Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
+ Competent in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
+ CIPS qualified or studying towards a professional procurement qualification.
+ Experience within the Aerospace, Defence, Engineering, or Composites sectors.
+ Experience managing service contracts, facilities management, MRO, or capital equipment procurement.
+ Understanding of supplier performance management and contract administration.
+ Knowledge of strategic sourcing and category management methodologies.
Key Competencies
+ Commercially astute and results driven.
+ Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
+ Ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
+ Proactive and able to work independently.
+ Excellent planning and organisational skills.
+ Strong attention to detail and analytical capability.
+ Continuous improvement mindset.
+ Flexible and adaptable within a fast-paced environment.
+ Professional, ethical, and customer focused.
At Teledyne, we believe that Equality, Diversity and Inclusion mean Opportunity – the opportunity to cherish and celebrate the value of diversity, to bring our full and authentic selves to work and to feel fully involved and respected – and we are committed to this journey. Occupational health and safety and environmental sustainability are also an integral part of our business strategy, and we believe in implementing environmental, health and safety improvements to continually enhance the working environment for staff, visitors and contractors.
Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
.
You may not realize it, but Teledyne enables many of the products and services you use every day .
Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
Pay is not stated in the ad.
Explore gross pay after typical payroll taxes for a work location.
Illustrative estimate only; assumes a standard employee profile and may omit benefits, pensions, credits and local rules. Regional and city-specific tax applies only where the selected calculator supports it; other results are country-level. Salary and location are sent only when you calculate: Paysums for supported regions, or WorthOf for wider country coverage. Confirm with an official payroll or tax source before making decisions.
Visa sponsorship and relocation: not stated in the ad.
JobCheckPoint never asks candidates to pay, and genuine employers shouldn't either. If this job asks you for money (registration, training, visa or equipment fees), don't pay. Report it below.
Opens rr.jobsyn.org in a new tab. Check the address before sharing personal information.
Source: Headcount Labs · original listing ↗
Job data: Headcount Labs, ODbL 1.0. Job descriptions belong to their employers.
Posted 8 days ago
