Project Buyer

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Ultra Precision Control Systems (PCS) is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts is at the heart of our success, and we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected. We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground.

Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles. We also offer innovative products to support the unique challenges of the dismounted soldier.

We offer flexible working options wherever possible, including hybrid home/office working, flexible working, and part or full-time employment. We are guided by the values of innovation and empowerment and trust our people to get the job done.

Ultra PCS are looking for a Project Buyer to join the supply chain team on a fixed term contract. The Ultra Supply Chain function manages the processes associated with Indirect and Direct Procurement of goods and materials required to meet the operational demands of the business and the logistics of ensuring that materials are available for operations, and the completed products/services are delivered to the customer.

This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract (FTC).

The Project Buyer will play a key role in supporting bid activity by consolidating costings, negotiating competitive pricing, and ensuring quotations align with bid requirements and customer flow-downs. Additionally, the role will involve project management responsibilities for New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, acting as a key stakeholder between Ultra PCS Engineering and Design teams while liaising with suppliers on Design for Manufacturability (DFM) activities.

The Project Buyer will also manage the sourcing and delivery of NPI items to support the Supply Chain team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of both bid activities and NPI projects in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring competitive pricing, seamless project delivery, and enhanced supplier collaboration.

• Consolidate costings for bid activity, ensuring all cost data is accurate, comprehensive, and delivered within required timelines.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing while maintaining adherence to bid requirements and customer flow-downs.
• Evaluate supplier quotations to ensure they conform to technical, commercial, and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address bid-specific challenges and risks.

• Act as the primary Supply Chain stakeholder for NPI projects, engaging with Engineering and Design teams to ensure smooth integration with supply chain activities.
• Liaise with suppliers to review and optimise designs for manufacturability (DFM), ensuring cost-effective and production-ready solutions.
• Project manage the sourcing and procurement of NPI components, ensuring timely delivery to support project timelines.
• Develop and maintain project plans, including tracking key milestones and supplier deliverables for NPI projects.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to support both bid and NPI activities.
• Assess and qualify suppliers in alignment with company policies and quality standards.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues impacting delivery, cost, or quality.

• Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes and cost-efficiency in bid support and NPI project delivery.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of supply chain strategies to enhance performance and competitiveness.

Essential
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• Proven experience in a procurement or project buying role, ideally within the aerospace or defence sector.
• Strong negotiation skills with a…