Junior Buyer / Purchasing Assistant

Location: Oxford (or as applicable)

Hours: Full-time 08:00–16:30 (some flexibility/stand-by may apply)

Salary: £26,000–£28,000 per annum

Role Purpose

We are looking for a young, driven individual who is keen to embark on a career in aviation procurement. You will assist in the purchasing team, learning the ropes of sourcing, order placing, supplier follow-up, and supporting the full purchasing lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a career in aviation, work alongside experienced buyers, and grow into a more senior procurement role.

Key Responsibilities

Support the purchasing team in day-to-day procurement tasks (raising POs, tracking orders, liaising with suppliers)

Monitor supplier delivery status, follow up on delayed items, escalate issues appropriately

Assist with supplier information gathering, data entry, maintaining supplier records and documentation

Help prepare reports and basic dashboards (e.g., PO status, supplier lead-times, spend data)

Collaborate with operations, engineering and inventory teams to ensure parts/spares flow is maintained

Undertake training and development in purchasing/procurement processes, aviation parts compliance and supplier management

Conduct supplier and part-qualification checks under supervision

Support ad-hoc purchasing projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements & Attributes

Keen interest in procurement, supply-chain or aviation industry (even if minimal direct experience)

“Switched on” attitude — self-starter, curious, willing to learn, good with detail

Good communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to work collaboratively in a team

Good numerical skills and comfortable working with data/spreadsheets

Organised, able to juggle multiple tasks and follow up appropriately

Preferably degree or equivalent qualification (but not essential if attitude and aptitude are right)

Interest in aviation and willingness to undergo training, adapt and grow within the role

What We Offer

Salary of £26k-£28k

Entry-level role into aviation procurement with structured training and growth path

Work in a dynamic aircraft-services business, gaining exposure to aviation components and supplier ecosystem

Supportive team and real career development potential

Junior Buyer / Purchasing Assistant