Buyer

ALS Limited; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS Limited is seeking a Buyer for their procurement team in Coventry. This role involves managing the end-to-end procurement process, working with various goods, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The candidate will be integral in driving cost efficiencies across both direct and indirect procurement while contributing to the success of laboratory operations and supporting internal departments.

Benefits

Annual Leave starting at 25 days

Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme

Salary Progression Scheme

Perkbox membership

Learning/study support

Group Personal Pension Plan

Car Parking on-site

Qualifications

• 2–5 years’ procurement experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience formulating tenders and benchmarking.
• Strong communication and supplier management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement process across diverse goods and services.
• Source lab consumables, negotiate pricing and ensure compliance with standards.
• Support vendor contracts and align purchasing with business goals.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Problem Solving

Organisational Skills

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

SAGE

MS Excel

Office Suite

Job description

You will manage the end-to-end procurement process across a diverse range of goods and services, contributing to the laboratory and ALS success

28th May, 2025

Buyer – Procurement - Coventry

Imagine your future with us
At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive.

Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.

The Role
This hybrid position is based in Coventry and reports to the Procurement Manager. You will manage the end-to-end procurement process across a diverse range of goods and services, contributing to the success of our laboratory operations and broader business functions.

Hours Per Week:37
Days Per Week:Monday to Friday
Contract:Full Time and Permanent
Salary:£38,000 - £45,000

The day to day
Direct Procurement – Laboratory Operations

• Source lab consumables, chemicals, reagents, instruments, and glassware.
• Collaborate with scientists and lab managers to meet technical specs and deadlines.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and lead times with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, GLP, and GMP standards.
• Drive product consolidation to identify cost-saving opportunities.

28th May, 2025

Buyer – Procurement - Coventry

Imagine your future with us
At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive.

Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.

The Role
This hybrid position is based in Coventry and reports to the Procurement Manager. You will manage the end-to-end procurement process across a diverse range of goods and services, contributing to the success of our laboratory operations and broader business functions.

Hours Per Week:37
Days Per Week:Monday to Friday
Contract:Full Time and Permanent
Salary:£38,000 - £45,000

The day to day
Direct Procurement – Laboratory Operations

• Source lab consumables, chemicals, reagents, instruments, and glassware.
• Collaborate with scientists and lab managers to meet technical specs and deadlines.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and lead times with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, GLP, and GMP standards.
• Drive product consolidation to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Indirect Procurement – Operational Support

• Manage procurement of office supplies, IT equipment, and facilities services.
• Support vendor contracts for maintenance, calibration, inspections, etc.
• Partner with internal departments to align purchasing with business goals.
• Implement strategies for cost efficiency across indirect spend.

General Procurement

• Manage RFQs, analyse quotations, and raise purchase orders in line with policy.
• Support development of sourcing strategies with the Procurement Manager.
• Maintain accurate procurement records in the ERP system.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Contribute to budgeting and reporting on procurement KPIs.

The Essentials

• Industry experience is preferred but not essential
• Ideally CIPS qualified or actively working towards it
• Experience with SAGE (current user preferred)
• 2–5 years’ procurement experience in a fast-paced environment
• Experience formulating tenders and carrying out benchmarking is essential
• Advanced MS Excel and Office Suite skills
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach
• Excellent organisation, planning, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication, negotiation, and supplier management skills
• Full UK driving licence preferred (travel may be required within UK/Ireland)
• A second European language would be an advantage

Working at ALS
Our people drive our success at ALS.
We are a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other.
At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders.
We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.

Our benefits include:

• Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Ability to Buy annual leave.
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.
• ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards
• Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.
• Learning/study support
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Car Parking on-site

Everyone matters
ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

About ALS
ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a UK Citizen, Permanent Resident or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrateyour motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

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