We're a global leader in providing energy solutions that help businesses grow and communities thrive.
We work as a team and we’re proud of the difference we make to customers, to local communities, and towards a sustainable future for the world.
We’re looking for a Buyer to work within the Procurement team in Lomondgate.
Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for a portfolio of sub-categories that will be critical for the production of power generation products at Aggreko’s Lomondgate facility. You will own the supply relationships, raise POs for demand created by the manufacturing function, expediting goods and materials, as well as working with other functions such as Engineering, Planning and Stores.
Why Aggreko? Here are some of the perks and rewards.
* Generous benefits package (including but not limited to pension plan, bonus scheme, and Life Assurance)
* Generous holiday entitlement, with option to ‘buy’ or ‘sell‘
* A focus on continued personal development
* Paid time off work for volunteering in the community
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which helps promote and support a healthy lifestyle
What you’ll do:
* Own a portfolio of suppliers and sub-categories to ensure continued supply & performance is managed appropriately. Lead supplier performance management process with key suppliers
* Manage potential discrepancies, shortages and other day-to-day issues that may arise as and when required.
* Develop a good working knowledge of the tools and processes that form part of a Buyer’s daily responsibilities.
* Pro-active management of supplier pricing and negotiating where required, and keeping pricing updated in MRP.
You’ll have the following skills and experience:
* An experienced individual who is able to play a key part in the Procurement team by taking responsibility for the allocated supplier and sub-category portfolio.
* Experience working with PO’s, Invoice Reconciliation and managing a range of suppliers.
* Good organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple inputs and data sources.
* Technically minded - able to understand and learn about a wide range of products and applications.
* Willing and able to drive activities without day to day oversight with both internal and external stakeholders.
* MCIPS or working towards MCIPS qualification would be a distinct advantage.
Find out more and apply now.
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Equal employment opportunity
We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.
We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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