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James Fisher is a global engineering services company. From our origins as a ship owner and operator, we’ve evolved to provide the expertise and innovative technology our customers need in the harshest of environments across Energy, Defence and Maritime Transport.
The Role
Due to continued business growth, we’re expanding our Supply Chain team and are looking for an experienced Buyer to join us in this newly created role. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a thriving and dynamic team, helping to shape and enhance our supply chain operations as we scale.
We’re seeking a candidate with renewables experience, particularly in supply chain engagement, who can bring valuable industry insights and expertise to support our evolving needs.
Principle Accountabilities
Reporting directly to the Supply Chain Manager. In this role, you’ll take ownership of day-to-day operational purchasing, ensuring smooth processes and efficiency across the business. You’ll collaborate with teams at Divisional and Group levels, gaining valuable exposure to broader supply chain operations while making a meaningful impact. Implementation of Supply Chain strategy at an operational level
* Day to day operational and performance management of key supplier partners to include continuous improvement activity, implementation of business and group strategy and support on cost saving activity
* Primary contact for operational queries, including regular reviews and feedback sessions
* Feedback and close cooperation with the group commodity management team
* Performance and supplier management
* Procurement support, to include product specification support, liaison with suppliers and contract review to ensure meets JFR requirements
* Support non-core vendor selection and qualification in close liaison with Supply Chain Manager
* Ensuring commoditised contracts meet the requirements of JFR
* Ensure early and continuous integration of the Purchasing function into projects
* Engagement with key stakeholders is essential to the role
* Ensure that timely communication of all internal reports is met
* Drive process rollouts and improvements as required
* Oversight of supply chain mapping coverage
Qualifications and Experience
* Experience is required, preferably within Renewables Industry
* Good knowledge of P2P processes
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Proficiency with Microsoft office programmes particularly excel
* Strong planning and problem-solving skills
* Ability to analyse information and processes
* Motivation to develop and maintain internal and external relationships
* Commitment to ethical behaviour with a willingness to adhere to all company policies and to drive behaviours throughout the business
* To work collaboratively with key stakeholders across the business
If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click ‘apply’ now!
You can find out more about James Fisher & Sons group companies and valued behaviours by watching a short film here: We are One James Fisher - YouTube
Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.J
ames Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce. For more information Click here
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Purchasing, Business Development, and Distribution
* Industries
Services for Renewable Energy and Oil and Gas
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