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Senior Buyer (Site) Date: Sep 10, 2026 Location: Papendrecht, NL Company: GKN Aerospace Careers Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities. GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we're inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We're proud to play a part in protecting the world's democracies. And we're committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career. Job Summary You'll be responsible for the end to end management of our suppliers including taking the lead on our sourcing strategy, supplier sourcing and on boarding, supplier performance and purchasing negotiations. You'll have a strong focus on managing a portfolio of suppliers to reduce risk and optimise cost. You'll work closely with the commodity management team based in Papendrecht to deliver cost-effective solutions that align with the specific needs of sites and programs, contributing to value generation across GKN Aerospace. Job Responsibilities - Second escalation level for all logistical performance. - Setting-up and monitoring improvement plans with suppliers. - Supplier development plans in-line with business requirements - Implement advanced logistics programs (f.e. VOI/VMI). - Set-up and maintain working capital purchased parts management plan. - Set-up and maintain global Purchasing procedures, work-instructions and processes. - Coaching, training and supporting Operational Purchasers in the sites. - Coordinating first material availability for new programs and development programs. - Monitoring item data set-up in the ERP ...