Buyer – Aerospace Manufacturing

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Buyer to support our aerospace manufacturing operations in Ennis, Ireland. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, components, tooling, and services, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining cost competitiveness and compliance with industry standards.

Key responsibilities

• Issue RFQs/RFPs and select suppliers based on cost, quality, and delivery criteria.
• Negotiate and manage long‑term pricing agreements for critical commodities.
• Process purchase orders with domestic and international suppliers, expedite deliveries, and verify transactions.
• Coordinate with the Production team to meet operational requirements.
• Handle correspondence on over‑shipments, shortages, quantity changes, delivery dates, and price adjustments.
• Analyze market trends to inform buying decisions.
• Monitor supplier performance, ensuring on‑time delivery and specification compliance.
• Maintain service agreements for office equipment and monitor compliance.
• Create demand forecasts using historical sales and market data.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in materials and supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and solution‑driven thinking.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of MRP systems.
• Experience with ERP platforms.
• Familiarity with M1 purchasing software.