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Commercial & Preconstruction recruitment specialist, supplying freelance and permanent staff to the Civil Engineering and Infrastructure sectors
Our client is an internationally renowned Principal Contractor working within the UK construction and infrastructure market. They provide turnkey solutions across Major Projects, including design, engineering, project management, construction and maintenance solutions.
They are currently recruiting for a Senior Buyer with extensive railway or construction industry project build experience, strategic procurement and project planning procurement experience, to join their established Procurement Team on a major project in the West Midlands.
Senior Buyer roles and responsibilities:
As a key senior member within the procurement team, you will have primary responsibility for the placement of subcontract orders and communicating effectively internally across the business, with external suppliers and other bodies as directed by the Procurement Manager and Management Team. Key responsibility will include, but not limited to:
* To drive value from the supply chain through effective supply chain selection and robust performance management.
* Implement the Supply Chain Strategy and deliver in line with their Success Factors.
* Provide input into subcontractor selection and the development of project tender lists and then lead the supply chain involvement.
* Where required, support and / or lead subcontract procurement, including preparing tender enquiries and pricing, leading the Procurement element for any Tenders, pre-start and coordination meetings.
* Draft and prepare contract documentation.
* Continual identification of any Procurement related risks and opportunities.
* Ordering of construction materials, plant and subcontract services.
* Develop and maintain strong relationships at all levels within the organisation to ensure that procurement is seen as a valued contributor to the success of the business.
* Drive a culture of constant improvement; identify and implement initiatives in order in increase business-wide effectiveness and efficiency.
* Data reporting as and requested by the Procurement Manager.
Senior Buyer requirements
* Minimum of three years’ experience within the construction / civil engineering / infrastructure sectors, with experience working within a large multi business unit or project environment.
* Knowledge of best practice supply chain management tools
* Demonstrable commercial awareness, with the ability to control and monitor budgets.
* MCIPS or equivalent is desirable, including ‘working towards’
* Industry-related qualifications are desirable, and could include Trade-related qualifications, ONC/HNC/HND/Degree or other relevant professional qualification.
* IT literate and proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office packages and Procurement software.
* Strong people skills with the ability to liaise with all levels of personnel.
* Able to work effectively within a team, sharing best practice, while also having the ability to make decisions in a fast-moving environment.
* To have a passion and take a pride in delivering true best value.
* To join one of the leading contractors in the UK, with the opportunity to build and progress your career.
* Opportunity to work on a long-term major project that will deliver substantial positive change to the West Midlands.
* Excellent benefits package and salary on offer.
If you would like to apply for this Senior Buyer role, click apply now.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Engineering
* Industries
Civil Engineering, Construction, and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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