Project Buyer

Job Title: Project Buyer

Location: Coventry, UK

Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri).

Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent and onsite.

Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum (subject to experience)

JOB SUMMARY

Are you Project Buyer looking for an opportunity to work on cutting-edge engineering projects in a fast-paced, high-impact environment? If so, this could be the perfect role for you!

At NP Aerospace, we design, manufacture, and integrate advanced protective products, including ballistic armor and vehicle systems.

As a Project Buyer, you will play a key role in managing time-critical procurement projects, ensuring the efficient sourcing of fabrications, mechanical and electrical automotive components, electrical harnessing, and precision-engineered parts manufactured to detailed technical specifications.

Do you want to work for a company which develops products that make a difference? Read on and visit our LinkedIn page to find out more about us!

BENEFITS

• Discretionary Half Year Bonus
• Hybrid working (ad-hoc and subject to operational needs)
• Flexible start and finish working hours (subject to operational needs)
• Holidays – 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Two weeks paid leave for Reservists and Cadets to attend yearly training/camp.
• Paid leave for employees who are Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
• Pension – ER/EE – 4%/5% = 9% combined
• Life Cover – 3 x base salary
• BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan

JOB DUTIES

• Lead procurement activities from project concept through to production launch.
• Manage RFQs, supplier selection, negotiation and nomination.
• Deliver component and tooling costs against project targets.
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing and Supply Chain.
• Manage supplier readiness, including tooling, samples, capacity, lead times and quality approvals.
• Assess and manage the commercial impact of engineering changes.
• Identify and mitigate supplier, material and supply-chain risks.
• Drive cost reduction, value engineering and cost-avoidance opportunities.
• Support prototype, validation and production builds.
• Ensure effective handover of suppliers and components into ongoing production.

The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required.

EXPERIENCE

• Purchasing experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Experience supporting projects and/or New Product Introduction.
• Strong commercial, negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Strong communication and cross-functional working skills.
• Proactive, organised and solutions focused.

WHAT DO WE DO AT NP AEROSPACE?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges. Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community and actively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP, Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.

Data Privacy: NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.

Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace.