Overview
PSR Solutions are working with an established client within the Civil Engineering Sector to recruit an Assistant Buyer to Join their Procurement team on a permanent basis. This role will be based in West Midlands and will involve work within the Civil Engineering Sector.
Responsibilities
* Procuring construction materials and related services across all operational sectors
* Carrying out supplier selection, evaluating quotations, and negotiating prices and logistics
* Maintenance and upkeep of order and supply chain records utilising the company's purchase order system and procedures
* Providing reports, data, and other material identified by the Procurement Manager relating to the department and whole business requirements, including KPIs.
* Liaising with sites and supply chain partners
Qualifications
* Relevant experience in a similar role, ideally within the Rail or construction/engineering industry
* Experienced negotiator, with the ability to establish long-term relationships and an engaged, collaborative supply chain
* Demonstrable commercial awareness, with the ability to control and monitor budgets
* Finely tuned communication skills regarding engaging with external and internal parties, including a confident and professional telephone manner
* Excellent computer literacy with experience using Microsoft Office packages
* In-house purchasing systems.
* Ability to cope with a demanding, fast-paced environment, ensuring deadlines are met
* Ability to make decisions using own initiative and work as part of a team
Benefits
* Salary - £25,397 - £28,000 DOE
* Based in Walsall
* Life Assurance
* Private Medical
* Company pension
* 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
* If you are interested in this Assistant Buyer role, please apply or contact Jack Brown at PSR Solutions
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