BUYER (BUYING & PLANT HIRE)
Location: Ilkeston, Derbyshire
Salary: Excellent Salary & Benefits Package
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
L Y Recruitment are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a leading Mechanical and Civil Engineering contractor specialising in Oil, Gas and Utility Infrastructure projects throughout the UK.
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Buyer to join their Head Office team in Ilkeston.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded procurement professional with experience within Construction, Civils, Utilities, Engineering or Plant Hire environments.
The Role
Working within a busy contracting office, you will be responsible for purchasing pipe, associated fittings, valves, materials and equipment to support multiple projects nationwide. You will also manage the hire of light and heavy plant and equipment for site-based operations across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement of materials, plant and equipment across multiple projects
Managing supplier relationships and negotiating best-value agreements
Obtaining quotations, conducting tender exercises and benchmarking costs
Supporting project teams with procurement requirements and specifications
Managing supplier performance and service levels
Ensuring procurement activities remain within programme and budget requirements
Maintaining commercial a...