Calling all Construction matchmakers! Our Greenwich-based client is on the hunt for a Construction Buyer (Indirect) to join the fun for a 6-month contract (through umbrella company). You’ll be the hero behind the scenes, pairing brilliant architects, clever design firms, and savvy building consultancies with exciting projects. Your mission? Juggle price, quality, and delivery like a professional.
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT
* 5+ Years purchasing experience.
* Experience of JCT and CIC or equivalent construction/consultancy contracts (essential).
* Experience of computerised purchasing system (preferably SAP).
* Computer literate (MS Word, Excel and Outlook essential).
* Ability to multitask and prioritise workload.
* Ability to problem solve any issues.
* Flexibility to travel both within the UK and if necessary, abroad to meet with suppliers, distributors and manufacturers as required (adhoc)
JOB DESCRIPTION
* Purchase construction-based goods and services within approved guidelines to ensure that the company operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and delivery and ensuring continuity of supply.
* Research suppliers and negotiate price/terms for various construction projects.
* Management of new and existing suppliers for indirect purchasing requirements (expense and capital items).
* Creation, negotiation, maintenance and review of purchase agreements.
* Creation and management of tenders/RFQ’s for services (e.g. design consultants) and capital items (construction project works).
* Conduct market research into identifying pricing trends.
* Conduct Supplier Business Reviews (SBR) for principal suppliers.
* Use of purchasing system (SAP) for raising requisitions/PO’s/running reports/checking invoices/raising and maintaining PIRs and source lists.
* New supplier onboarding/existing supplier modification process using (SRM system).
REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER
Competitive hourly rate