Assistant Buyer/ Buyer

MWH Treatment; Hyde; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the infrastructure sector is seeking an Assistant Buyer/Buyer to strengthen its Procurement team. This hybrid role involves managing supplier relationships, coordinating procurement activities, and ensuring compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a proactive approach, emphasizing continuous improvement in supplier performance and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and supply chain activities is advantageous.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems like IFS is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage invoicing for suppliers.
• Develop and issue tender packages with stakeholders.
• Maintain supplier records and performance metrics.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Job description

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We are looking to strengthen our Procurement team with an Assistant Buyer/Buyer based at Hattersley with hybrid working available.

You will report directly to the Central Procurement Manager, and your role is to provide procurement and supply chain activities in line with Company and Client policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities:

1. Coordinate, collate, analyze, and process consolidated invoicing for key Framework suppliers.
2. Proactively maintain supplier records within IFS (our ERP system).
3. Proactively manage committed costs within IFS, clearing down old costs where required.
4. Support the Procurement team members in other duties such as reporting and cost analysis.
5. Manage supplier performance, monthly reporting, and develop improvement plans where necessary.
6. Develop, prepare, and issue tender packages with key stakeholders to ensure alignment, improve supplier performance, and implement continuous improvement plans.
7. Manage commercial terms, conditions, and service levels (including KPIs) with suppliers.
8. Maintain and enhance IFS (our ERP system).
9. Establish and develop excellent working relationships with Clients, Customers, Suppliers, internal functions, and other relevant external bodies.
10. Maintain a positive, solution-oriented approach, providing open and honest feedback.
11. Work with the SHEQ team to ensure the supply chain meets health and safety obligations and takes corrective actions where necessary.
12. Support internal and external audits as required.
13. Harness innovative solutions from existing and future supply chain partners.
14. Undertake other duties, training, or hours of work as reasonably required, consistent with the role's responsibilities.
15. Ensure continuous professional development by participating in networking, conferences, associations, groups, and training to stay current on industry changes and innovations.
16. Present a professional and positive image in all internal and external contacts, maintaining constructive relationships.