GBR_Sourcing Specialist 1 - Buying/Procurement
Role: GBR_Sourcing Specialist 1 - Buying/Procurement - BHJP00030174
Job type: 12 Months contract
Location: Nailsea, UK
Position summary: Sourcing Specialist / Buying & Procurement
Timing: Mon to Fri - 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, flexibility with morning login time; 1-day remote working per week
Certifications / background: Technical knowledge or background in electrical fields (added advantage) / engineering. Knowledge in oil & gas product areas (EFL, Oracle, connector harness, connector electrical) is desirable
Duration / Start: 12 months; Start Date: ASAP
Location: Nailsea
Experience: 2+ years in Oil & Gas, Nuclear industry OR from an engineering background. Must be a self-starter, highly motivated and process-oriented.
Responsibilities:
* Negotiate best cost & delivery with suppliers; place and follow up on POs for assigned commodities
* Manage effective working relationships with suppliers for PO execution
* Manage problems and schedule changes to ensure on-time delivery
* Update ERP to ensure accurate planning
* Develop new solutions under guidance and/or in a team setting
* Balance tactical execution with strategic initiatives to drive cost and lead time reduction
* Collaborate with high-level stakeholders within the business
* Work with Commodity Buyers on technical and commercial developments to improve manufacturing process awareness and product knowledge
* Actively participate in supplier performance reviews
* Contribute to projects as a team member or lead small projects
* Manage end-to-end procurement activities for assigned commodities, applying sourcing policy and interfacing between supplier and entity with respect to specifications and budgets
Skills: Ability to handle high-pressure environments, effective communication, and supplier management
#J-18808-Ljbffr