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Job Title
Planner/Buyer
Reporting To
Supply Chain Lead
Work Schedule
Onsite – Tewkesbury, GBR
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Planner Buyer to join our Supply Chain team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of suppliers, coordinating purchasing activities, and ensuring materials are delivered in line with operational requirements. Working closely with Strategic Sourcing, Regional Supply Chain teams, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, you will play a key role in maintaining material availability, supporting production schedules, and driving supplier performance. This is a great opportunity for an experienced purchasing or supply chain professional who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment and enjoys building strong internal and external relationships.
About You
You are a motivated supply chain professional who enjoys solving problems, building relationships, and ensuring operational success. You are comfortable working across multiple priorities, influencing stakeholders, and driving results in a complex manufacturing environment.
Why Join Us
As we celebrate 75 years of innovation and excellence, we’re proud to continue building the future of aerospace — and we’re looking for exceptional talent to join us on the journey. As a generational company, we invest in people for the future - we build careers that last decades, with a vision to welcome not only you, but future generations of your family.
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Key Responsibilities
- Maintain planning parameters and supplier data within business systems, including lead times and planning information.
- Convert demand requirements into purchase orders in accordance with contractual agreements and company procedures.
- Liaise with regional supplier management teams to obtain delivery commitments and provide accurate status updates.
- Coordinate site operational requirements with regional supply chain teams.
- Work closely with Goods Inwards and Receiving Inspection teams to ensure materials are delivered to the point of use when required.
- Support supplier non-conformance activities and Return to Vendor (RTV) processes.
- Resolve supply chain issues relating to delivery, quality, documentation, and supplier performance.
- Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing to ensure contractual terms and conditions are effectively implemented.
- Identify and escalate deviations from agreed supplier contracts and support resolution activities.
- Manage a portfolio of suppliers and parts with a higher degree of complexity and responsibility.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong procurement and purchasing knowledge.
- Effective negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Ability to analyse complex processes, procedures, and contractual requirements.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
- Experience working with ERP/MRP systems.
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What We Offer
- Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Private medical insurance, mental health support, and financial advice
- Generous life assurance and company pension contributions (from 6%)
- Employee share options, free onsite parking, EV charging, and 24/7 gym facilities
You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision
At Moog, we prioritise diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work and celebrate differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.
Note for Recruitment Agencies:
We manage vacancies internally and work with a select Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Unsolicited CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fees will apply.
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