Leonardo is a global leader in defence electronics and delivers mission critical systems for situational awareness, electronic warfare and surveillance across land, sea and air. Leonardo’s Electronics Division is an international leader in the development of innovative sensor products deployed across a wide range of airborne platforms for our Aerospace and Defence customers. We have an excellent opportunity for a Category Buyer to join the Category Management Team within the Procurement & Commercial Function of the Electronics Division.
What You’ll do as Category Buyer
1. Be responsible for aspects of the sourcing phase including vendor shortlisting, competitive tender management, price and contract negotiations.
2. Support your category team across a number of projects to ensure that both production and new product development requirements are satisfied.
3. Establish contracts for requirements within your designated category with multiple vendors.
4. Support the Category Manager by contributing towards supplier relationship activities such as creating materials for regular business reviews.
5. Support the category manager in evolving the relevant category strategy within a dynamic team.
6. Work with the procurement capability team to ensure that we have a supply base which can meet the evolving needs of the business.
7. Identify cost savings opportunities using various methods which can be justified in line with the life cycle cost reduction process.
8. Conduct price analysis and benchmarking activities to assist with negotiations.
9. Support customer bids by ensuring that vendor quotations are valid, managing new supplier sourcing and selection.
10. Ensure compliance with internal governance and customer flow-down requirements, supporting internal and external audits as required.
11. Ensure that SAP is aligned to reflect the agreements that you will implement.
What we need from you
* Procurement experience, preferably including category management.
* Some understanding of Contract Terms & Conditions.
* A relevant business/ engineering degree and/or working experience in a similar role.
* Experience working in a regulated business environment.
* Proficient level of MS Office based IT skills.
* CIPS qualification preferred.
* SAP user experience preferred.
Security Clearance
You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit: UK Security Vetting Clearance Levels.
Life at Leonardo
With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.
* Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us.
* Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance).
* Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year.
* Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution).
* Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers).
* Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme.
* Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera.
* Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member.
* Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below.
For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.
At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.
This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.
Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh
Contract Type: Hybrid Working
About Us
International, multicultural, innovative, technological: this is Leonardo. The company’s passionate and talented team is strongly influenced by STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) expertise, with a diverse range of experience that enables colleagues to share knowledge and know-how across the generations.
Leonardo always wants to expand its talent pool, here you can find the right opportunity for you!
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