Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham has an exciting opportunity for Category Lead: Subcontracting.

• Full time permanent position
• hours per week
• Job location: Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB.
• Unionised site – works in partnership with Unite the Union.

The Category Lead is responsible for achieving the Lowest Total Cost of Acquisition for the allocated category focusing on the key areas of Quality, Cost, Delivery, Innovation and Risk. Working with key internal stakeholders to develop and deploy Category Strategies and leading Supplier Relationship Management. Implementation of Long Term Agreements to leverage group spend and drive contract compliance.

Perks and Benefits

• A company culture that promotes work life balance
• Access to mental health support
• Business performance related bonus
• Career development opportunities
• Commitment to continued learning and development
• Perkbox - includes monthly treats and discounts from selected restaurants, cinemas, shops etc
• Long Service Awards
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
• Free parking
• 25 off local gym membership
  
  

Essential Responsibilities

Safety

• Must comply with relevant Environment, Health and Safety legislation and company policies, procedures and safe working systems
• Ensure a safe working environment & practices are maintained and compliance to site HSE standards
• Will complete and authorise risk assessments, COSHH assessments, manual handling assessments and CAR reports
• Responsible for completing all accident investigations and approving appropriate actions
• Perform visual inspection of work area to obtain a 6S score daily and ensure the work area is maintained to 6S standards

Quality

• Developing and implementing sourcing strategy as well as driving savings/best value on large complex projects
• Manage key supplier relations delivering performance in cost, service, and quality including complex jobs
• Lead negotiations and contracting RFQs and tenders for specific allocated projects
• Support and lead Category Buyer in the implementation of Category strategy
• Analytical support in the form of spanet data and competitive reviews providing insights on category opportunities, pricing and promotional strategy
• Work with the product streams team to provide support material for the existing portfolio and for the launch of new products as necessary
• Present proposals to improve existing portfolio and/or product profitability
• Undertake Ad hoc spanet research set-up, implementation and analysis as necessary
• Implement strategies to deliver targeted benefits and forecasted financial savings
• Design and deliver against performance measures, including supply, cost and quality
• Assist in investigating opportunities for broader savings and reductions, along with establishing new processes and systems across the company
• Produce regular reports on supplier performance consisting of cost analysis and potential savings for forecast and budgets
• Liaise and develop clear communication with production regarding stock takes and expected delivery information
• Ensure purchase orders are complete and accurate, whilst expediting overdue purchase orders
• Work alongside the Product and Innovation team to achieve margin, technical and brand targets
• Provide support and guidance to the Category Buyer and Supply Chain team

People

• Behaviours to be in line and support company values
• To complete all mandatory E-leaning courses

Position Requirements

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum of 5 GCSE or equivalent including Maths & English.
• Good verbal and written communication (passed numeracy & literacy exam)
• Excellent vision requirements (passed vision exam)
• 3 - 5 years Procurement experience or equivalent in a customer facing role

Desirable Criteria:

• Working towards Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) qualification

Key Competencies:

• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Influencing
• Team player
• Decision making
  
  

Other skills/Abilities

Personal Attributes:

• To have Integrity
• Respectful to others
• Creative in finding ways to do things better
• Act ethically in all you do
• Collaborate well with others
  
  

About us:

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name “Magellan Aerospace Corporation” in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the company’s vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry.

At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

Confidentiality

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

Thank you for considering this exciting opportunity. This document is intended to provide the reader with information and is not a contractual document. Some of the material therefore may be subject to change.