Are you an experienced Senior Buyer looking for a strategic role in a dynamic environment? Our client, a global leader in Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC), is seeking a Senior Buyer to join their professional purchasing team in Glasgow. This role will involve managing the full procurement lifecycle for large-scale international projects, ensuring successful contract negotiations and supplier selections.
* Annual salary of £70,000
* Pension scheme included
* Opportunity to work on multi-million pound international projects
The Role:
The Senior Buyer will play a key role in the procurement process.
* Engage in pre-contract negotiations and collaborate with estimating and project teams
* Select appropriate suppliers for large EPC projects
* Negotiate and manage contracts for international projects
* Source and purchase materials, equipment, and services
* Coordinate logistics, inspections, delivery, and installation on-site with the Project team
* Oversee a spend of around £20 million
* Work within a category-based senior purchasing team
The Candidate:
The ideal Senior Buyer will have the following qualifications and experience:
* Proven experience in strategic procurement and contract negotiation
* Familiarity with large-scale international Engineering, Procurement & Construction projects
* Strong skills in supplier selection and management
* Ability to manage a significant procurement budget
* Confident in operating in the full procurement lifecycle from pre-tender to order placing and beyond
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Ability to work collaboratively within a team
* Ideally qualified to CIPS level 4 or 5
The Package:
The Senior Buyer role offers a comprehensive package:
* Annual salary of £70,000
* Pension scheme
* Involvement in high-value, international projects
Our client is a renowned global EPC provider with capabilities spanning multiple continents. They boast a robust and well-supported supply chain network, allowing them to efficiently manage large-scale projects across Asia and South America.
If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for procurement and a knack for negotiation, the Senior Buyer role could be the perfect fit for you. Join a leading company and make a significant impact on international projects.
If you have experience as a Procurement Specialist, Contract Manager, Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Manager, or Category Manager, you might find the Senior Buyer role aligns with your skills and career aspirations.