Job Description
Buying efficiently, effectively and economically
Ensure materials are delivered to sites in line with site programmes and specification and are purchased at competitive prices.
Manage material tender enquires for new sites/phases including preparation for proposals and quotations
Assess and compare material quotations, negotiating competitive prices and then renegotiating once contracts have been secured
Process new material orders
Reacting to any changes in site demands
Process site purchase orders for replacement materials
Research new products and suppliers
Continually monitor material lead times, keeping Project Managers informed, instigate forward material allocation when necessary.
Organise site call-offs.
Carry out supplier evaluations
Establish and maintain long term supplier relationships with focus on value for money
You will receive administration and financial support from the office team as required
Skills :
Key Skills and Attributes
Essential
Minimum of 5 years’ experience within a Buying role
Minimum of 5 years'' experience within the Civil Engineering/Utilities Industry
CIPs qualification or equivalent advantageous
Substantial daily procurement experience within a construction related environment.
Experience of projects with sub-contractors and suppliers.
Proven track record managing supplier relationships, negotiation, process compliance and supplier integration into project teams.
An ability to adopt a pragmatic, yet disciplined approach to process compliance
Ability to work under pressure in a daily changing environment
Able to demonstrate they have proven experience in a buyer or senior buyer role and has the ability to evidence significant cost reductions and savings in current role
Strong Commercial awareness and numerically confident
Able to build effective working relationships with suppliers