Working under the guidance of the Asset Manager, the Commercial Buyer will support the day-to-day activities and longer-term goals of the commercial buying function. This is a varied and hands-on role that will involve working with different teams across the Groundforce business, including Technical, Operational, Sales and Finance.
The role will involve assisting with procurement tasks—both planned and ad-hoc—as well as helping to implement commercial initiatives and support supplier coordination. A key focus will be supporting the smooth running of the supply chain and helping to ensure cost-effective purchasing, while developing a strong understanding of data-led planning, particularly in relation to capital spend.
This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong commercial mindset and the ability to work effectively—often under pressure— while gaining exposure to various areas of the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Monitor asset performance closely to procure assets in a timely manner, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
* Assist in the identification, analysis and justification of capital expenditure for new assets by interpreting data and preparation of formal business cases to management for approval.
* Manage routine and strategic procurement requests by analysing performance data and preparing evidence in support of capex applications.
* Collaborate with the technical, operational and sales teams to help identify new products and opportunities, support their development—particularly research and commercial aspects—and manage integration into the fleet.
* Implement new product introductions and modifications within the procurement process and across the supply chain.
* Undertake assigned project work as presented, ensuring timely reporting and implementation.
* Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers whilst maintaining a formalised approach to performance management and compliance in line with ISO standards and sustainability goals.
* Identify and evaluate new suppliers to expand and strengthen the supply chain.
What We’re Looking For
* Strong work ethic with a proactive approach and a sense of ownership over responsibilities
* Excellent negotiation and influencing skills
* High proficiency in numeracy and data analysis, particularly using Microsoft Excel
* Confident operating across multiple teams and functions
* Adaptable and responsive, with the ability to manage requests in a fast-paced environment
* Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve cross-functional issues collaboratively
* Willingness and ability to travel regularly across the depot network and to external supplier locations
* Holder of a valid UK driving licence
What We Can Offer You
* Competitive salary
* Company car
* Salary sacrifice pension
* 25 days holiday FTE, plus bank holidays
* Additional holiday purchase scheme
* Free Tool Hire
* Life Assurance cover 3x salary
* Share save scheme
* Eye care vouchers
* Recommend a friend scheme
* Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
* Cycle to work scheme
* Long service recognition
* My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
* Discounts on HP products
* EE mobile contract discount offers
* Gym discounts
* Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
* Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining
A Little Bit about Us
Groundforce is the market-leading rental provider of excavation support systems and specialist products for the water, civil engineering, and construction industries. With a remarkable 60-year heritage, we offer comprehensive shoring and related services.
Operating under the Groundforce banner, we provide a wide range of solutions, including shoring, piling, construction training, temporary bridging, and more. Our goal is to be the convenient one-stop shop for "total solutions" in the construction and civil engineering industry.
At Groundforce, we pride ourselves on our divisions, including Groundforce Shorco, Piletec, Mr Cropper, Stopper Specialists, Groundforce Bridge, and Groundforce Training Services. We continually invest in acquiring associated businesses to enhance our product portfolio and offer reliable and high-quality equipment for our customers.
Excellence is our priority. We hold ISO 9001, 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certifications, demonstrating our commitment to quality, environmental stewardship, and safety.
Join Groundforce, where we deliver exceptional support, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service. Apply today and be part of our team that takes pride in our industry-leading position.
Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.
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