Buyer

Connect2Employment; Luton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading procurement team as a Buyer, where you'll play a key role in sourcing and contract management. You'll ensure value for money and improve quality while working towards sustainability. This role requires strong communication, analytical skills, and a methodical approach to procurement.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a regulated procurement role.
• Knowledge of Public Contract Regulations and OJEU/FTS.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for procuring various commodities and services via electronic tendering.
• Developing and implementing procurement strategies focusing on sustainability.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

This range is provided by Connect2Employment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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This is a great opportunity to join our client's award-winning and CIPS Corporate Accredited Procurement team. If you are passionate about procurement and love to see your innovative ideas and solutions come to life, this is the role for you! Our client has an exciting future as we work towards becoming a carbon-neutral company, with you playing a key role. You will ensure the business adopts a proactive and consistent approach to sourcing and contract management, maximizing value for money, improving quality of supply, generating cost savings, and enhancing social value.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

We procure items such as fire engines, critical IT systems & infrastructure, bars and retail units, large construction projects, and fun marketing campaigns, including Christmas and celebrity visits.

As a buyer, you will be responsible for procuring various commodities and services via the electronic tendering portal (Jaggaer). Your responsibilities include:

• Maintaining an engaging approach, working with internal and external stakeholders on procurement and contract management across categories including IT, Commercial, Corporate Services, Infrastructure, and Operations.
• Carrying out all contracting activities in line with procurement policies and competition law, managing end-to-end procurements from planning to supplier performance.
• Developing and implementing procurement strategies for renewing existing contracts and establishing new framework agreements, focusing on sustainability and negotiating better, more sustainable outcomes.
• Preparing ITT documents, leading evaluation sessions, negotiating with suppliers, and presenting outcomes clearly. Assessing stakeholder requirements to ensure value and risk management.
• Managing the contract database, e-Sourcing tools, and supplier management protocols, including creating and managing preferred suppliers and monitoring performance.
• Providing guidance on procurement policies and procedures to stakeholders.
• Researching market data to estimate, negotiate prices, and identify innovations for goods, services, and works.
• Demonstrating attention to detail, organizational skills, and solutions-focused thinking, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Strong communication skills at all levels are essential.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

We seek a driven and motivated team member with:

• At least 2 years of experience in a regulated procurement role.
• CIPS qualification or willingness to work towards it.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of Public Contract Regulations and OJEU/FTS.
• Understanding of procurement best practices under competition law.
• Methodical working approach.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and to high standards.
• High attention to detail and ability to identify anomalies in reports and data.
• Problem-solving capabilities.
• Organized, accurate, independent, reliable, and proactive in ownership of work.

This description provides an overview of the role and responsibilities. It is not exhaustive; specific tasks and objectives will be agreed upon as needed. The post holder may be asked to perform other reasonable tasks to meet business needs.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Purchasing, Product Management, and Supply Chain

Industries

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Storage

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