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Published: about 2 hours ago
Startdate: ASAP
Are you a procurement professional who thrives on negotiation and delivering value across complex projects? Do you have a proven track record of sourcing strategically and building strong supplier relationships in the construction or civil engineering sector?
A leading civil engineering contractor is looking for an experienced Senior Buyer to join their procurement team. This is a pivotal role for a proactive professional who can manage the end-to-end sourcing of materials and services, negotiate with suppliers, and support the successful delivery of complex projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead procurement activities across multiple projects, from tendering and supplier selection to contract management.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure cost-effective, high-quality, and timely delivery of materials and services.
* Collaborate with project teams to understand requirements and provide procurement support that aligns with project schedules.
* Monitor budgets and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
* Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures, maintaining accurate records of all transactions.
Requirements:
* Significant experience in a senior procurement/buyer role, ideally within civil engineering, construction, or related sectors.
* Strong negotiation, supplier management, and commercial skills.
* Knowledge of procurement processes, tendering procedures, and contract management.
* Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.