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Job OverviewThe Material Procurement Specialist will be responsible for sourcing and managing the procurement of aircraft materials, goods, services, and equipment required to support the client's expanding fleet. This role will also entail overseeing the end-to-end logistics cycle to ensure timely delivery of materials to maintenance teams.Source and document necessary aircraft and non-aircraft related goods/materials.Effectively manage AOG situations and respond promptly.Negotiate with vendors to secure best value, monitor purchase orders, and expedite delivery.Contribute to the development and implementation of service contracts and maintenance support programs.Participate in identifying company and customer needs, specifications, proposals, and vendor selection.Manage day-to-day tasks through the organisation's ERP system and liaise with repair management vendors and stations.Collaborate with the Maintenance Planning Team to refine demand forecast accuracy.Report any issues regarding vendor performance, cost, quality, and delivery to the Technical Supply Chain Manager.Work with other departments to assist in inventory requirements management, stock levels, and one-time purchases.Oversee freight forwarders and couriers to ensure efficient global shipment delivery.Define customs regimes according to UK & International Trade strategy, implement guidelines, and follow binding customs standards as part of the Customs Compliance Management System.Evaluate and identify Customs simplified / special procedures and implement processes and control measures to ensure compliance with active programs.Verify contract customs law relevance.Complete compliance documents.Negotiate shipping costs.Process returns shipments of customer-owned property.Provide exceptional customer account management both internally and externally.Attend customer/supplier meetings, which may include occasional business travel.Develop business opportunities with suppliers and customers.Utilize positive relationships with suppliers through various communication channels.Support the administration team to expedite open orders and achieve required delivery and service levels.Minimum RequirementsA minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience and applied knowledge in the Procurement environment (Preferably Aviation Sector)Ideal candidate should currently work in a similar role and is accustomed to dealing not only in straightforward sales and purchasing roles but also with loans and exchanges agreements.Additionally, the right applicant should have experience in cost estimating, related aviation terminology, and a sound knowledge of spare parts processes preferred.Experience of the Maintenance Management System AMOS or similar would be advantageous.Aerospace-related qualifications would be an advantage.Familiarity with different currencies and conversions.Knowledgeable on, and practicing of, human factors, human performance, and limitations.Knowledge of applicable officially recognised European/International regulations, being FAA, TCCA, EASA Part-145, PGS-15, ADR, IATA category 7/8.