Buyer

Babcock; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Defence Sector seeks a Buyer for an 18-month assignment in Reading. The role involves managing procurement processes, vendor negotiations, and sourcing while demonstrating extensive knowledge in public procurement, particularly in Defence, Nuclear, or Government. Candidates should possess recent Buyer experience and an understanding of relevant procurement regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Buyer in public procurement.
• Understanding of end-to-end procurement processes.
• Knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and PCR 2015.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement process for RFI, RFP, e-procurement.
• Manage vendor negotiations and sourcing processes.
• Involvement in complex high-value procurement projects.

Skills

Procurement Process

Vendor Management

Negotiation

Tender Management

Education

Experience in Defence Sector Procurement

Job description

BUYER - DEFENCE SECTOR

Summer-Browning Associates is currently assisting our client in the Defence Sector, who is looking for a Buyer for an initial 18-month assignment.

Location: Reading - Remote/Hybrid

Essential Skills: The ideal candidates will have recent experience as Buyers, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of end-to-end public procurement that achieves cost savings.

• Experience supporting the procurement process for Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposals (RFP), e-procurement, negotiation, and vendor management in relevant categories.
• Experience in sourcing processes and end-to-end tender management.
• Previous involvement in complex and high-value procurement projects.
• Background in procurement or purchasing operations within the Defence, Nuclear, or Central Government sectors.
• Knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and PCR 2015

To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.