Purchasing Coordinator

Overview

Our Mission At Vertical Aerospace, we are pioneering the way for electric aviation. The Valo, our eVTOL (electric, vertical, take-off and landing), 'zero emissions' aircraft will set a new safety standard for how we will navigate the sky. We wont realise our mission following the same legacy processes and traditions our predecessors followed. We want to 'redefine' aerospace best practices. Valo is targeting airliner-level safety certification in 2028 ahead of entering service with our airline and operator customers.

As a Purchasing Coordinator, youll play a key role in keeping our procurement operations running smoothly. Youll work alongside Finance colleagues within a ‘Service Centre’ and collaborate daily with Buyers, Finance, Stores, and Quality teams. Youll be the go-to person for processing purchase orders, following up on deliveries, and keeping supplier data accurate and up to date. Its a great opportunity for someone who enjoys structured, detail-driven work and is curious to learn more about how a fast-paced aerospace supply chain operates.

• Process approved purchase requests into accurate orders within the ERP system
• Ensure supplier details, pricing, part numbers, and delivery dates are correct before releasing orders
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders, track deliveries, and resolve documentation queries
• Follow up on outstanding deliveries and flag potential delays to Buyers or stakeholders
• Liaise with Stores, Goods-In, Finance, and Quality to help resolve receiving and invoice-matching issues
• Keep supplier and item data accurate and up to date in the ERP system
• Support Buyers with spend reports, supplier onboarding, and admin tasks like price updates or RFQs
• Uphold purchasing policies and escalate any non-compliance or risks you spot

• Great organisational skills and a sharp eye for detail, especially with data and documents
• Experience in a purchasing, admin, or supply chain support role — or a strong interest in developing these skills
• Confidence using Microsoft Excel, Word, and other common business tools
• Comfortable working with ERP systems like INFOR LN, SAP, or Oracle, or keen to learn
• Clear communicator, able to build good relationships with both suppliers and internal teams
• Curious and eager to learn more about procurement processes and systems
• Calm under pressure and able to handle multiple requests in a fast-paced setting
• A proactive mindset - you like solving small problems before they become big ones

We  on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work king at Vertical isnt your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career. Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work.

The only way were going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal.

Our people matter - we  not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials.

• 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday
• 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell)
• 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership
• Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits
• Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand)
• Company performance based bonus - rewarding company and individual performance
• Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee
• Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it
• Breakfast on us, every day

We may just be the hardest job youve ever had, but were confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility.

We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process.

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