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Trainee Buyer

Belfast, Northern Ireland Job ID 2026-16218 Category Supply Chain Management Role Type Onsite Post Date Mar. 12, 2026
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Procurement Higher Level Apprenticeship

Starting salary £30,000

Let your career in procurement take flight

A unique and exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in procurement and supply chain operations while studying towards a recognised degree-level qualification (CIPS)

Salary starting at £30,000 and progressing to minimum £40,000 after successful

completion of a 3-year (circa) training programme.  

This role is at Short Brothers, a Boeing Company, a subsidiary comprising aerospace manufacturing programmes and capabilities, research, development and engineering services, and aftermarket business.

At Short Brothers, a Boeing Company, we do work that matters — and we do it together. Our teams design, build and support advanced aerostructures, space and defence solutions, with safety, quality and trust at the heart of everything we do. People are respected, ideas listened to, and good work is recognised.

We offer real career paths, flexibility where possible, and the opportunity to work on innovative projects that keep aircraft flying and help shape what comes next.

Benefits Include

  • Flexibility, a 36-hour working week (half day Friday)
  • Generous holidays
  • Range of flexible schedules
  • Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
  • Generous life cover and company occupational sick scheme
  • On site Occupational Health Department
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Professional development and growth with clear advancement
  • Coaching, mentoring and opportunity for advancement
  • Free car parking
  • Enhanced maternity pay

Join our Procurement team as a Trainee Buyer and gain experience in performing Global Sourcing, commercial and contractual activities focusing on price, contract terms and conditions, quality and technical specifications across a number of commodities.

As a Trainee Buyer, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to real-world projects across the business.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting sourcing strategies for critical components and services
  • Assisting with supplier negotiations, contract reviews, and performance tracking
  • Analysing cost structures and identifying value opportunities
  • Collaborating with engineering, operations, and finance teams to align procurement with production goals
  • Learning to manage risks, compliance, and sustainability in the supply chain
  • Participating in supplier audits and readiness reviews
  • Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and digital procurement tools

In addition to your internal development, you will also receive full professional support to study at Belfast Metropolitan College one day a week during work hours to achieve a professional procurement qualification through the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS).

Upon successful completion of the training programme, you will become a Senior Buyer and continue to progress and develop within the Company.

Essential Candidate Requirements:

  • Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above (or equivalent qualification) including Math’s and English
  • Minimum of 2, preferably 3, A-level subjects at Grade C or above (or equivalent qualification).
  • Strong communication skills
  • Demonstrated experience of using Microsoft Office
  • Analytical Skills

Desirable Candidate Requirements:

  • 1 x A level or equivilant in Business related subject
  • Experienced in a relevant customer focused field

Completed applications must be submitted by Tuesday 31st March 2026 at 4pm

We employ people from all sections of the community and are committed to the appointment of the best candidate based upon the merit principle alone. In pursuit of our equal opportunities programme, we would particularly welcome more applications from Catholics and females, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.


Export Control Requirements:

This is a Non-United States Position


Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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Your Benefits

No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.

  • Competitive base pay and incentive programs.
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Resources and opportunities to grow your career.
  • Up to $10,000 match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
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