Role Summary:
As a Graduate Buyer as Browne, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that the necessary materials, equipment, and services are procured efficiently and effectively to support the operations of the company. This role will provide you with hands-on experience in both the supply chain and procurement.
Responsibilities:
* Procurement and Purchasing: Source and purchase various goods and services required by internal stakeholders. This includes negotiating contracts, obtaining quotes, and selecting vendors.
* Supplier Management: Manage the relationships with suppliers ensuring timely delivery of goods and services, negotiate favourable terms and prices. Evaluate supplier performance and resolve any issues that arise.
* Cost Management: Monitor and control the costs of materials and strive to find the most cost-effective solutions without compromising quality standards and ensuring strict adherence to regulations.
* Inventory Management: Keep track of inventory levels and ensure that the necessary materials are always available when needed. Implement inventory control systems and enhance inventory levels to reduce waste and excess.
* Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain to ensure stability of operations. Assess risks related to supplier reliability, and market volatility.
* Contract Management: Manage contracts with suppliers to ensure that both parties fulfil their obligations. This may involve drafting contracts, negotiating terms, and monitoring compliance throughout the contract period.
* Market Research: Stay informed about market trends, industry developments, and technological advancements to make informed decisions and identify opportunities for improvement.
Required Qualifications:
* Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain and Operation Management, Customer Services, Maths, or related field.
Desirable Traits
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders.
* Ability to negotiate and the understanding of procurement processes and supply chain management principles.
* Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
* Willing to learn the regulation requirements specific to the utilities sector.
Benefits
* Competitive Salary, with uplift in Year 2 based on satisfactory completion on Year 1
* Company pension scheme
* 25 days annual leave
* Three volunteering days per year
* Employee Assistance Programme for support on health & wellbeing, relations, work, bereavement, and finances
* Virtual GP service
* Health & wellbeing medical
* Discounted gym membership
* Employee discounts via Medicash retail discount scheme
* Training agreement with your chosen professional institution to begin your journey to professional chartership