Job Description
Lead Buyer
Location: Swindon based with opportunity for hybrid working after probation period.
Company Information:
A fast-paced principal engineering-led global infrastructure group well positioned in the fields of high-tech, energy transition, and sustainable infrastructure are looking to hire a Lead Buyer to join their office in Swindon.
As Lead Buyer you will be responsible for:
1. The procurement of materials, services and subcontract processes by commercial teams, within a project, or section of a project.
2. Managing relationships with key Supply Chain Partners and manage Categories of Materials or Services as directed by the Supply Chain Manager.
3. Supporting Work Winning in selection, evaluation and invitation to tender of Subcontractors and Suppliers for bids.
Lead Buyer Accountabilities
4. Obtain best value from suppliers of materials, services and consumables goods in support of the Project Teams.
5. Assist Project Teams to develop the Project Procurement Strategy, from the output of the Tender package Strategy.
6. To plan, place, and progress orders for materials, services and consumable goods with suppliers, while monitoring cost, quality and delivery performance.
7. l.ssue of Subcontract, Material and Service enquiries on behalf of Work Winning, through out the bid phase of any Client tender.
8. Manage the enquiry schedule on behalf of Work Winning, until tender settlement.
9. To assist in the development and maintenance of the Company's Procurement Strategy and Procurement Business Plan.
10. To develop and manage the supplier base to ensure it can meet the current and future objectives of the Company.
Lead Buyer candidate specification
11. At least 2 years' experience operating as a Senior Buyer.
12. Have hands-on practical experience working on an active Construction or Civil Engineering site (understands site processes etc)
13. Experience of being a procurement lead on an active project.
14. Experience of leading a small team.
15. Previous experience of working on NEC3 and NEC4 contracts
16. HNC/HND in either Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or Business and Supply Management
17. Ideally a Level 4 diploma with CIPS
Salary / Benefits:
Between £65,000 - £75000 per annum depending on level of experience, plus car / allowance of £5,750 and package.