Job Description Summary
At Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace company, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider specializing in the design, production, and maintenance of components and propulsion systems for both civil and military aviation. Respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.
As GM&F Buyer you will support the buying process for a given set of direct suppliers. In this role you will apply sourcing policy, interface between suppliers and requestors with respect to specifications and budget.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
Take part in sourcing processes, from evaluation of requestor’s requirements to PO placement
Develop the understanding of concepts, methods and procedures to enable sourcing execution
Meet day-to-day short term objective and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning
Evaluate the best efficiency for procured goods and services, balanced against optimum quality and schedule needs
Evaluate current requirements, determine potential sources, prepare tenders
Solicit and evaluate proposals
Apply cost and price analysis techniques, using available expertise from supporting organizations
Take part in negotiations PO and/or purchase contracts, following applicable company and government regulations
Give your contribution in strategic initiatives necessary to reduce costs
Work on assigned commodities to meet the requirements of GE Aerospace
Qualification/Requirements
Master's Degree in a technical field, preferably in Engineering
Proficient in Italian and English, both written and spoken
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form
Ability to handle several activities simultaneously, manage multiple priorities and resolve appropriately
Proficient in MS Office (e.g. Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook, Word)
Proactive, fast learner and curious
Willingness to travel (e.g. suppliers abroad)
Work Visa, in accordance with local regulation, is required
Desired Characteristics
Working knowledge of SAP MRP software system
Familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
Knowledge of current market conditions, pricing and sources of supply
Ability to handle issues around cost increases and how to mitigate them
Effective problem identification and solution skill
High team-working skills
What we offer
Smart working and work life-balance
Avio Aero, when possible, promotes hybrid work and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees’ wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone’s psychological safety and daily needs.
Total Rewards
At Avio Aero, we understand the importance of Total Rewards. As a new joiner to Avio Aero we are pleased to offer the following welcome benefit plan:
Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme
Flexible benefits platform
Life and injury insurance
Private medical coverage
Employee assistant program
Employee special awards (service and recognition)
Local special agreements and discounts
English and languages training for you and one member of your family
Technical, Leadership and development trainings
Inclusion & Diversity
Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc.
We are not all the same. Just be Yourself @AvioAero!
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
