Purchasing Assistant
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 29, 2026.
Are you structured, curiousand passionate about working with data? Would you like to build hands-on purchasing experience while helping improve processesand reporting? Then this 12-month paternity cover could bean opportunity for you as our new Purchasing Assistant.
Who is TP Aerospace?
We are TP Aerospace, a trusted partner in the aviation industry. Headquartered in Copenhagen and connecting operations from Orlando to Melbourne, we work in a truly global environment, driven by expertise, collaboration, and a commitment to supporting our customers worldwide.
The opportunity:
As a PurchasingAssistant, you will join us in a 12-month paternity cover position. You will work hands-on with daily purchasing activities and gradually build the operational insight needed to contribute to improvements and development projects. You will work closelywith colleagues in
cross-bordersand professional fields from Purchasing, Accounting, Salesand our warehouse functions.
The role is particularly suited to a newly graduated candidate who is eager to learn and develop within purchasing. We are not expecting you to know everything from day one. What matters most is that you bring curiosity, a structured approachand the right mindset for working with data. By learning how our purchasing processes work in practice, you will help strengthen workflows, reporting, data qualityand automation opportunities,
The primarytasks:
- Place purchase orders and ensure that order information is complete and accurate
- Follow up on open purchase orders, supplier confirmationsand expected delivery dates, and keep relevant systems and trackers updated
- Monitor the shared Purchasing mailbox and coordinate operational requests with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Support purchasing-related invoice handling and help resolve discrepancies in cooperation with Accounting
- Analyse
purchasingand supplier data to identifytrends, risks and opportunities for improved transparency and decision-making
- Contribute to process improvements, standardizationand smaller projects within master data, reporting, systemsand automation
Qualifications:
We are looking for a Purchasing Assistant who can identify with the description below
- You are newly graduated or at the beginning of your career, preferably with a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree in supply chain management, business, economics, engineering, logisticsor a related field
- Previousexperience in purchasing, supply chain, administration,or working with data is an advantage, but not a requirement
- Experience working with an ERP or procure-to-pay system is an advantage
- An interest in data and a willingness to develop your Excel and analyticalskills
- Fluent written and spoken English
- Experience with Power BI, process improvement,or automation is an advantage, but not a requirement.
Skillsand Attributes:
- You have a strong numerical mindset and a high levelof accuracy and attention to detail
- You work in a structured and dependable way and are comfortable with recurring tasks and deadlines
- You take a proactive approach to follow-up and make sure agreed activities are completed
- You are curious, analytical,and eager to learn and identifybetter ways of working
- You are service-minded and collaborate positively with colleagues and stakeholders
- You can work independently within defined processes and priorities while actively sharing knowledge with the team.
Why join TP Aerospace?
At TP Aerospace, you'llbe part of an international organization where collaboration and professional growth go hand in hand. Working alongside colleagues from around the world, you'll gain valuable experience, broaden your perspective, and have the opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic aviation environment.
Our people are at the heart of our success. That'swhy we foster a culture built on teamwork, knowledge sharing, and mutual support, creating an environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive both professionally and personally.
Don'thesitate to apply today!
Go grab a coffee and spend 10-15 minutes writing us a short but motivated cover letter. Click "Apply" and upload this letter and your resume onto our recruiting platform. The deadline for applying is October 23rd.
Only applications received through the recruiting platform will be considered for the position. We will conduct interviews throughout the process and reserve the right to close the vacancy before the deadline in case we find the right candidate.