Buyer

Fyba Talent, incorporated; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Fyba Talent, incorporated is seeking a procurement professional to deliver and manage the division-level purchase ledger, materials, plant hire and related expenditures within the water sector. The role emphasizes policy adherence, supplier relationships, and aligning with regional buyers for timely orders.

You will support site teams, manage cost data, and help ensure accurate tender costs. Strong IT, communication, and team-work skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Appropriate IT skills including the use of company software packages.
• Commercial and financial awareness.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Time management skills.
• Decision making and problem-solving ability within the extent of personal responsibility.
• Work effectively within the Procurement Team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the procurement process at Divisional Level for purchase ledger purchases, materials, plant hire and non-contract related expenditure.
• Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary for the effective performance of the role.
• Comply with Company rules, policies and procedures at all times.
• Liaise with Central Procurement lead/Regional Buyer to ensure Procurement Policy and Procedures are followed at local level.
• Liaise with Site and Management Teams to determine material requirements and delivery schedules.
• Generate and accurately utilize procurement and system management tools.
• Place material purchase orders with the Regional Buyer as required.
• Provide job support/cover for the Plant Administrator and placement of Plant Hire Orders.
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers to maximise profitability and achieve business objectives.
• Provide professional and service-driven assistance to all divisions of the Water Business for timely material/plant hire orders.
• Develop effective working relationships with Group Accounts Teams/Procurement Business Partner to ensure proper processing of good receipt documentation and closing invoice queries.
• Support management and site teams with a personal and dedicated approach to procurement solutions.
• Coordinate with estimating/design/site teams to ensure accurate material/hire costs at tender stage.
• Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary to undertake the role.

Skills

IT skills

Commercial awareness

Excellent communication

Time management

Decision making

Procurement teamwork

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

ENGINEERING OR WATER SECTOR EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

PURPOSE

• Deliver the procurement process at Divisional Level for purchase ledger purchases, materials, plant hire and non-contract related expenditure.

KEY ACCOUNTABILIES

• Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary for the effective performance of the role.
• Comply with Company rules, policies and procedures at all times.
• Carry out any other reasonable tasks which may be required from time to time and to enable the company to remain adaptable to changing markets and needs.
• Liaise closely with the Central Procurement lead/Regional Buyer to ensure that Procurement Policy and Procedures are followed at local level and recommendations for improvement and innovation are communicated effectively.
• Liaison with Site and Management Teams to determine material requirements and delivery schedules
• Generation and accurate utilization of procurement and system management tools
• Placement of material purchase orders as required in conjunction with the Regional Buyer
• Provide job support/cover for the Plant Administrator, placement of Plant Hire Orders as required
• Establishment and maintenance of relationships with suppliers to maximize the profitability of the business and to ensure that the businesses objectives are achieved
• Provision of professional and service driven assistance to all divisions of the Water Business ensuring that material/plant hire orders are expedited effectively
• Develop effective working relationships with Group Accounts Teams/Procurement Business partner to ensure effective processing of good receipt documentation and closing out invoice queries
• Actively support management and site teams and offer a personal and dedicated approach to procurement solutions
• Liaise with estimating/design/site teams ensuring accurate material/hire costs are utilized at tender stage
• Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary to effectively undertake the role
• Comply with Company rules, policies and procedures at all times
• Carry our any other reasonable task required to enable the Company to meet its targets and objectives

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

• Appropriate IT skills including the use of company software packages
• Commercial and financial awareness
• Excellent communication skills
• Time management skills
• Decision making and problem-solving ability within the extent of personal responsibility
• Work effectively within the Procurement Team

BEHAVIOURS

• Role model the values of the Group Trust & Integrity, Quality, Talent, Respect and Reliability in all activities and interactions with employees, clients and stakeholders
• Display assertiveness and persistence by reacting positively to set-backs
• Work as part of a team by showing respect, support and consideration for the views and actions of colleagues and others
• Focusing on results for the business including strategic awareness (seeing opportunities for commercial gain)
• Effective thinking and decision making/problem-solving
• Presenting information and arguments convincingly and persuasively
• Taking a personal pride in achievements and giving recognition to others for their part