We acquire highly refined subassemblies and structures.The finishing quality of products is fixed at a very high level. Our main customers include the defence forces in several countries.
Suppliers are expected to have cooperative capabilities in supply chain management, product development, and to have e-business capabilities i.e. capability to deal with electronic purchase orders and invoicing, and 100% quality and delivery reliability. Another major advantage is the capability to participate or to support Patria’s offset projects.
The goal of supplier cooperation is to purchase as extensive pre-assembled units as possible.
Land & Armament Oy complies with the ISO 9001:2008, ISO14001 and AQAP2110 quality systems. In accordance with our quality policy, we strive to use certified suppliers only.
Suppliers are expected to invest in their competencies with respect to typical manufacturing methods, commit themselves to satisfying quality requirements and engage in rigorous documentation management. We are of the opinion that suppliers should have sound knowledge of aeronautical engineering requirements and Government Quality Assurance procedures (GQA) under AQAP2110, EN 9100. Becoming an approved supplier requires the approval of Patria and its customers.The core purchased products are related to aircraft and jet engines in addition to diesel engines.
Core products purchased for aircraft, jet engines and quick-start diesel engines include
We strive for a partnership with our suppliers, and aim to concentrate our purchases by reducing the number of suppliers. Purchasing decisions are made based on large-scale financial criteria and by standardising products related to support purchases.In production we are cooperating with subcontractors. We give top priority to risk management, keeping delivery time promises, general communications and solving problems openly.
Suppliers are expected to commit to the given delivery times and quality requirements, and to have documentation capabilities. Case-specifically, orders may specify a special level of quality, confidentiality and other requirements. Integration of subsystems related to system deliveries sets long-term commitments on the suppliers of these systems.
To become an approved supplier, a firm must meet the demands of Patria and its customers. Supplier cooperation aims to establish an open, confidential and long-lasting relationship and continuously improve competitiveness. Each supplier is expected to comply with the quality policy and operate in accordance with the following standards; ISO 9001:2000, ISO14001 and AQAP2110.
Business purchasing is characterised by aviation experience and knowledge. Suppliers are expected to have competitive skills in typical manufacturing methods, and commit themselves to quality requirements and the systematic management of product and documentation changes.
Regarding purchased products and services, we strive for comprehensive system deliveries in which the selected supplier is expected to share the risks typical of aviation projects.
To become an approved supplier, the following is mandatory:
We aim to establish an open, confidential and long-lasting relationship with selected suppliers while continuously improving our competitiveness.
A Lead Buyer is a Patria-level employee with a strategic remit covering Group-level purchases or a purchasing class or service under development. In most cases, this employee is a Group Lead Buyer. For each purchasing class or service, the Lead Buyer is supported by a team comprising buyers or representatives designated by the business operations in question.The team is responsible for internal mapping, solution proposals, supplier mapping, invitations to tender and negotiations, supplier cooperation, implementation and the monitoring of signed contracts and communications, in relation to agreed purchase classes or services.
A Lead Buyer operates in active cooperation with the purchasing team and other teams related to common purchasing. Common purchasing contracts presented by the Lead Buyer are approved by, and are the responsibility of, the purchasing team, while business operations are responsible for operative purchases and complying with the contracts. The Lead Buyer and team are responsible for the monitoring of their industry and range of suppliers. The Lead Buyer model is also utilised in the development and implementation of common processes and methods related to purchasing.Common contracts are always negotiated in Patria Group’s name and apply to all of Patria’s operations.
Moreover, the Group can launch an invitation to tender for the direct common purchases of several business operations.
Supplier cooperation hinges on operative efficiency, modern service solutions and larger volumes based on combining needs.
