JOB TITLE: Buyer
LOCATION: Oxford
SALARY: GBP30,000 - GBP35,000
CONTRACT TYPE: 12-month Fixed Term Contract
The COMPANY
Our client is a well-established not-for-profit trust. They are now one of the UK's largest organisations in their field, employing over 4,000 people. They operate 70 care homes across six counties and strive to remain at the forefront of innovative practice and care delivery.
They are looking for a Buyer to join their Oxford office.
The ROLE
The Buyer will be required to:
* Work with the Head of Procurement and Category Managers
* Undertake tenders through to conclusion
* Develop supplier relationships that drive innovation, continual improvement, and best practice
* Maximise ROI on spend with third parties
* Oversee new supplier requests
* Manage the day-to-day operations of the Amazon Business account
* Enjoy 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
The CANDIDATE
Our client is seeking a Buyer with the following skills and experience:
* Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIPS) or working towards this qualification
* Experience in key procurement activities, including supplier selection processes (PQQ, RFI, RFQ, RFP, ITT, contract evaluation) and category strategy development
* Awareness of supply risks and risk management strategies
* Knowledge of commercial contracts
* Experience working with a P2P system
* Strong communication, analytical, and numerical skills
ALTERNATIVE TITLES
Assistant Category Manager, Category Manager, Procurement Consultant, Assistant Procurement Manager, Junior Buyer, Assistant Buyer
OTHER LOCATIONS
Oxford, Bicester, Kidlington, Witney, Faringdon, Abingdon, Aylesbury, Didcot, Thatcham, Thame, Haddenham, Westlington, Headington
Mana Resourcing is a specialist recruitment company in Engineering, Sales, IT, and Commercial sectors, supporting modern businesses and candidates. This role is suitable for candidates with experience as an Assistant Category Manager, Category Manager, Procurement Consultant, Assistant Procurement Manager, Junior Buyer, or Assistant Buyer.
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