Commercial & Procurement Manager (Aviation)

£55,000 - £60,000 + Generous Annual Leave + Salary Exchange Pension + Life Assurance + Additional Training and Certifications + Career Advancement Opportunities + Healthcare Scheme + Electric Car Scheme

Southend-on-Sea

Are you a Commercial and Procurement Manager looking for a varied role within the longest and well established MRO in the UK, looking for a role which offers further career development and an exceptional remuneration package?

This company work over 11 different workshops providing maintenance, repair and overhaul solutions to a wide range of aircraft components from a variety of clients, including business and corporate jet components from their sister company. With a close knit team that holds themselves to the highest standards they are an industry leading company with true market dominance.

This role plays an essential part of the senior management team, striving to fuel growth amongst a team of like-minded, driven professionals. Proven experience within Commercial contracts and Procurement is essential, with the successful candidate being able to demonstrate concise and effective communication skills, liaising between teams, departments and in roadmap reports and contract negotiations. A successful individual in this role will drive sales through accurate opportunity identification, addressing non-conformities and securing the best contracts possible through strong negotiation.

If you are a Commercial and Procurement Manager looking to establish themselves in a growing company where you can enable further companywide success, all whilst receiving an excellent remuneration package and personal development opportunities, apply today.

The Role:

Key commercial and procurement company representatives for all contractual issues, including contract negotiations. Develop strong working relationships with customers and suppliers at a senior and working level, establishing appropriate review meetings
Provide commercial insights, driving profitable growth and supporting the delivery of the organisation's long-term goals. Support reviews of existing pricing structure and competitor pricing to identify opportunities to improve profitability, whilst remaining competitive in the marketplace
Ensure the development, implementation, and management of efficient and effective commercial and procurement company procedures. Produce KPI's to monitor performance and help identify improvements
Accountable for compliance with applicable customer and supplier and contractual requirements and regulations in all aspects of the activity
Support company sales initiatives by ensuring all customers understand the services available and by project managing the introduction of any new services. Work with Business Development Manager to ensure new business opportunities align with the company's capability and strategies
Daily liaison with Operations Department Heads to provide information and ensure that customers receive excellent customer service and suppliers provide consistent services. Ensure Department Heads understand contractual obligations regarding service delivery requirements, and any related commercial implications of non-performance
Monitor the day-to-day commercial performance of each customer account, including management of additional works over and above the contract limit of liability to ensure no commercial leakage
Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies to ensure adequate stock levels, availability, and optimum inventory turnover, including re-sale of unrequired stock
Identify reliable suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage relationships to ensure cost-effective procurement of materials and equipment. Establish and maintain a robust approved supplier management system, mo9nitor supplier performance via metrics and address any issues or non-compliance in a timely manner
Line management and development of both the Commercial and Procurement teams, to ensure excellence in delivery of day-to-day commercial and procurement processes. Organise and control team working time, including holiday, ensuring continuous coverage of the company operation. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and safety
Ensure secure upkeep of commercial and procurement electronic records, in line with data protection regulations
Participate in internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and implementing corrective actions as required
Provide detailed customer / supplier / operational information, metrics and reports to the General Manager as and when required

The Person:

Demonstrable Commercial and Procurement Management experience within a similar environment
Demonstrable experience in Contract Law and negotiation of Commercial terms with customers and suppliers
Successful track record of customer account management and new business wins, with experience working with a Business Development Manager to ensure new business opportunities align with Company's capability strategy
Demonstrable experience in developing robust supply chain solutions through the implementation of comprehensive Procurement strategies to monitor and manage stock levelsJob reference: BBBH16109

Keywords: Southend, Essex, Commercial, Procurement, Management, Aviation, Aerospace, Maintenance, Repairs, Overhauls, Senior, Manager

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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