Buyer

J Murphy & Sons; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and construction firm is seeking a Buyer to manage procurement of sub-contractors and materials. The successful candidate will provide procurement solutions, conduct tender analysis, and enhance supply chain relationships. Candidates should have detailed construction procurement knowledge and existing network connections within the supply chain. This role is based in London, offering an opportunity to join a dynamic procurement team.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in procurement within the construction industry.
• Ability to manage and analyse tender processes effectively.
• Strong relationship management skills in supply chain contexts.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective procurement services for sub-contractors and materials.
• Work as part of a procurement team for project objectives.
• Conduct tender analysis and make award recommendations.
• Advise on supply chain management and performance.
• Foster relationships with supply chain members for mutual respect.

Skills

Detailed knowledge of construction procurement processes

Existing business network with supply chain

Working knowledge of contracts (NEC)

Understanding of strategic procurement practices

Knowledge of sustainability in procurement

Job description

Recently named as one of the 'Best Big Companies to Work For’ by Best Companies, J. Murphy & Sons Limited (Murphy) is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation; natural resources; power and water. Headquartered in London, Murphy has a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities. Murphy employs around 3,600 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, they work as ‘One Murphy’
- directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. #MoreToMurphy

A day in the life of a Murphy Buyer:

1. Provide an effective and professional service in the procurement of sub-contractors and materials.
2. Work as part of a dedicated procurement team for the project.
3. Provide best value for project procurement solutions for the project.
4. Procurement of materials and subcontracts covering; production and management of the procurement schedule, development of invitation to tender documents in conjunction with project teams. Carry out tender analysis and award recommendations.
5. Advise on the project’s supply chain management activities, including structuring the supply chain and carrying out performance and relationship management to drive improved performance/cost benefits.
6. Support activities that generate and encourage efficient, productive and continuously improving supply chain performance.
7. Take part in group procurement functional goals and objectives within the region.
8. Continuously seek out and assess new supply chain members to meet project demand.
9. Develop and forge closer relationships with the supply chain to encourage a culture of inclusive interaction and learning and an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding.

Still interested, does this sound like you?

• Detailed knowledge and understanding of work practices, processes and procedures within the construction procurement process
• Existing business network and relationships with the supply chain.
• Working knowledge of contracts i.e. NEC
• Understanding of strategic procurement practices
• Knowledge of sustainability within procurement practices