Planner / Buyer

Moog Inc; Tewkesbury; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Tewkesbury is seeking a Planner/Buyer to manage supplier relationships and ensure on-time delivery of components. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in manufacturing or engineering, particularly in aerospace, and strong communication and negotiation skills. Responsibilities include placing purchase orders, maintaining planning parameters, and liaising with regional teams. The role offers a hybrid work model with access to various benefits including private medical insurance and a comprehensive flexible benefits package.

Benefits

33 Days Annual Leave

Private Medical Insurance

Access to mental health support

Onsite gym

Company Pension Contribution starting at 6%

Qualifications

• Experience in procuring components in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of procurement processes and ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with material control systems and complex regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and place purchase orders for designated suppliers.
• Maintain part planning parameters and convert demand signals into orders.
• Liaise between site functions and regional supply chain to resolve issues.

Skills

Proven experience in manufacturing or engineering (preferably Aerospace)

Good negotiating skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Certification in Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Program Management

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Planner/Buyer page is loaded## Planner/Buyerremote type: Hybridlocations: Tewkesbury, GBRtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-26-15517Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.**Job Title**:Planner/Buyer**Reporting To:**Site Supply Chain Manager**Work Schedule:**Hybrid – Tewkesbury, GBRJob DescriptionMoog is looking for a Planner Buyer to join the Aircraft part of our business at our state-of-the-art facility in Tewkesbury. At Moog, we’re focused on the customer and for us, this means designing complex mechanical products that are often bespoke and high-profile. As the Planner Buyer, you will build on new and existing relationships with suppliers. You’ll be responsible for the coordination and placement of purchase orders for a designated group of suppliers including contract administration and coordination with the strategic sourcing and regional supply chain teams.As a key member of the team, you’ll have responsibility for the maintenance of part planning parameters and conversion of demand signals into purchase orders. You’ll liaise with Regional Supplier Leads to obtain delivery commitments and will coordinate and feedback on site operational requirements to the regional supply chain team. Your excellent communication skills will ensure you can effectively influence internal site functions, liaise between the Site and Regional supply chain to resolve issues, and coordinate with strategic sourcing to ensure contractual terms and conditions are operationalized and deviations are resolved.You’ll have worked within a similar industry environment, procuring components which means you’ll understand the necessity of on-time delivery, quality, and cost-efficiency. Above all else, you’ll be looking for a new challenge that will strengthen your experience and lead to a long-term career within an industry-leading organization.Key ExpertiseProven experience in the field of manufacturing or engineering (preferably Aerospace) or Supply ChainDesired qualifications (or equivalent experience) would include Certification in Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Program Management. APICS or other industry standard certifications are a plusA Sound understanding of ERP / MRP / DDMRP-based material control systems is preferable.Good negotiating skills, combined with knowledge of procurement processesGood communication/influencing/organizational skills, and be able to demonstrate an ability to understand complex regulations/proceduresYou must be able to deal with a variety of tasks at any one time and understand the priorities.Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines**In Return Moog can offer you:** You'll have access to career progression opportunities and learning and development programs that will empower you to grow both personally and professionally.Enjoy a comprehensive Flexible Benefits Package, 33 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays), Private Medical Insurance, access to mental health support and expert financial advice. You'll also benefit from free parking, access to electric car charging, an onsite gym, Life Assurance, a Company Pension Contribution starting at 6%, an Employee Share Option, and flexible hybrid working arrangements.You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.Embrace the journey and explore exciting possibilities! Note for Recruitment Agencies: We manage vacancies internally, preferring direct hiring and referrals for efficiency. When needed, we engage agencies from our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Speculative CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fee will apply.