Position: Project Buyer
Location: London (E4 9JG)
Hours: Full Time, Permanent
Proactive are currently recruiting for a Project Buyer to join a dynamic and growing business based in London.
As a Project Buyer, you'll work closely with internal and external stakeholders, negotiating with suppliers, managing procurement activities, and supporting the successful delivery of customer projects.
Responsibilities:
* Manage the sourcing and procurement of materials, products, and services required to support business operations and customer projects
* Identify and engage with new and existing suppliers to obtain competitive pricing, quality products, and reliable delivery schedules
* Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers to achieve cost-effective purchasing solutions
* Support project delivery by ensuring all procurement activities are completed within agreed timescales and budgets
* Monitor supplier performance, lead times, and order progress to ensure operational requirements are met
* Maintain accurate purchasing records, cost information, and supplier data
* Work closely with internal departments to understand requirements and provide procurement support throughout project lifecycles
* Assist with forecasting, planning, and inventory-related activities to minimise delays and maintain continuity of supply
* Resolve supply chain issues and communicate updates effectively to relevant stakeholders
* Contribute to process improvements and identify opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce costs
* Coordinate logistics and delivery requirements where necessary to support successful project completion
Skills:
* Previous experience within a purchasing, procurement, buying, or supply chain role
* Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills
* Commercially aware with the ability to analyse costs and identify savings opportunities
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload effectively
* Proactive and solution-focused approach to work
* Comfortable working within a fast-paced environment and meeting deadlines
* Good IT skills, including experience using ERP, purchasing, or business systems
How to Apply:
For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Victoria Pseftoudis on or call +44 (0)(phone number removed).
Why work with Proactive?
Proactive Global is an industry-leading specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing, and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, ensuring our clients provide the best opportunities for your career.
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Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy