Planner/Buyer - #139606

Moog 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

Work Schedule

Onsite – Wolverhampton, GBR

Moog Aircraft Group is looking for a Buyer to join the team in Wolverhampton. 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 a 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. 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 Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time delivery for the relevant portfolio of suppliers
• Manage and place purchase orders in line with MRP requirements
• Expedite parts in line with business requirements
• Ensure all purchasing activities are compliant with ITAR and EAR where appropriate
• Support Quality in root cause analysis and corrective actions and Returns
• Communicate and report updates to peers and other functions
• Support improvement activities through the lean philosophy
• There will be some expectations for UK travel
• Building relationships with suppliers through regular communication.
  
  

Skills & Experience

• Excellent communication skills – the ability to communicate at all levels within the business
• An awareness of aerospace manufacturing procedures and some technical knowledge
• Worked in a fast-paced environment
• Good working knowledge of an MRP system preferably SAP.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of lean/continuous improvement
• Good decision maker and problem solver
• Risk evaluation - commercial, performance, relationship
• Cost Awareness
• Experience in the field of manufacturing or engineering (preferably Aerospace) or Supply Chain is preferable.
• You 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
  
  

Qualifications

• CIPs qualification is desirable
• Degree in an appropriate discipline is desirable
• Lean/continuous improvement certified – preferred but not essential
  
  

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role, and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. For further information please visit www.gov.uk.

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, Life Assurance, a Company Pension Contribution starting at 6%, Employee Share Options.

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.

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.