Buyer

First Recruitment Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is looking for a Buyer to manage procurement and supply chain functions. The role involves sourcing goods and services and negotiating with suppliers to ensure quality and adherence to budget. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience in the Construction/Utilities sector and relevant technical qualifications. This position offers a chance to work closely with key stakeholders and contribute to effective supply chain management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Buyer in the Construction/Utilities sector.
• Strong character, comfortable challenging supply chain and colleagues at all levels.
• Commitment to carrying out purchasing duties in line with the CIPS Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue RFQs as a Buyer.
• Negotiate commercial terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Manage critical path items through to delivery.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Negotiation

Sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Procurement planning

Education

Construction/Utilities Technical Qualification

MCIPS or RICS

Tools

IFS database

Job description

Purpose of the Role

To ensure that, through effective Procurement and Supply Chain Management, the Company maintains a leading-edge procurement function. The Buyer will be responsible for sourcing goods, materials, plant, equipment, and services on time, within budget, and to the required specification/quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue RFQs as a Buyer.
• Negotiate commercial terms, conditions, and levels of service (including KPIs) with suppliers.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders with correct terms and optimum commercial conditions.
• Develop, implement, and manage Regional supply agreements, supporting Buyers across projects.
• Manage critical path items through to delivery.
• Measure the effectiveness of the procurement function against actual tender allowances and adjust accordingly.
• Prepare, develop, and monitor Project and Regional level Buyer/Procurement Plans.
• Assist with the development and implementation of standard subcontract documentation.
• Assess and approve suppliers.
• Maintain and enhance the IFS database and other software and processes.
• Assist in resolving any queries raised by the Supply Chain, including invoice queries.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with all key stakeholders.
• Ensure subcontractors have the appropriate levels of insurance and maintain records.
• Input to departmental procurement procedures where required.
• Take part in internal and external audits where required.
• Undertake and provide Buyer-specific training for IFS if needed.
• Ensure continuous professional development by participating in external networking, conferences, and training.
• Maintain a positive and solution-oriented approach to work.
• Undertake such other duties, training, and/or hours of work as may reasonably be required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this Buyer role.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Buyer in the Construction/Utilities sector.
• Construction/Utilities Technical Qualification.
• Strong character, comfortable challenging supply chain and colleagues at all levels.
• Commitment to carrying out purchasing duties in line with the CIPS Code of Conduct.
• MCIPS or RICS, or willingness to work towards.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for any Buyer looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Sector: Commercial, Admin & Office Support

“We have required a number of Quality Assurance/Quality Control candidates within the Nuclear Industry. Since early 2016 First Recruitment Group have provided a number of QA/QC professionals in locations across the UK.

“We have been very pleased with both the quality of supply and the customer service demonstrated and will continue to use their professional services in the future.”

“I have worked with First Recruitment Group as my partner of choice across a number of large and challenging Oil & Gas projects internationally over recent years.

“First are a high performing business who are built on credibility, honesty, expertise.

“As we push the frontiers of projects and move into more and more challenging locations, First will continue to be my partner of choice to help us deliver our projects with confidence.”

TechnipFMC

"I have had the pleasure of working with First Recruitment Group over recent years and we have formed a great working relationship. Their understanding of our exacting requirements is outstanding.

"The First team are highly experienced and knowledgeable across the recruitment spectrum and operate in the manner you would expect of a professional outfit of their stature. Their attention to detail and approach is faultless and their commitment and drive has helped our business with unique, complex and difficult recruitment requirements.

"Sarah, our Account Manager, is an incisive thinker as well as hardworking, diligent and reliable and has an extremely helpful and flexible approach to her work. This reflects in her team and with their ability to communicate at all levels in an honest and trusted consultative manner and gives us great faith in their ability to identify candidates who can help us to drive forward and achieve our business goals.

"I have no hesitation in recommending First as a recruitment partner and feel they would be worthy of selection for any engineering or manufacturing business looking for an intelligent and innovative solution."

Nuvia

“There is nothing negative about the service that we’ve received from First. Without fail they have produced positive feedback. The fact that they have placed a diverse range of skills from PA's to Engineers, just goes to show that they have the core skills, intelligence, and initiative that make them great recruiters, and preferred partners.”

Multi-Sector Client

"It’s great to work with a recruitment agency we trust. The team at First Recruitment Group are friendly and straight talking and they continue to provide an excellent service. We’re proud to still be working with them after 20 years."

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