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TN United Kingdom

St Albans

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Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen sucht einen engagierten Buyer, der in einem dynamischen Team arbeiten möchte. In dieser Rolle sind Sie verantwortlich für die Auswahl der besten Waren und Dienstleistungen, wobei Preis, Qualität und Lieferzeiten im Vordergrund stehen. Sie werden eng mit verschiedenen Lieferanten zusammenarbeiten und sicherstellen, dass alle Materialien den Gesundheits- und Sicherheitsrichtlinien entsprechen. Diese spannende Gelegenheit bietet Ihnen die Chance, Ihre Fähigkeiten in einem unterstützenden Umfeld zu erweitern und einen echten Einfluss auf den Einkauf zu haben. Wenn Sie eine proaktive Einstellung und eine Leidenschaft für den Einkauf haben, ist dies die perfekte Rolle für Sie.

Benefits

20 Tage Jahresurlaub plus Feiertage
BUPA private Gesundheitsversorgung nach 6 Monaten
Kostenlose Parkplätze
Unterstützendes Team

Qualifications

  • Erfahrung in einer ähnlichen Buyer-Rolle.
  • Starke Kommunikations- und Verhandlungsfähigkeiten.

Responsibilities

  • Angebote von verschiedenen Lieferanten einholen und vergleichen.
  • Einkauf von Waren, Materialien und Dienstleistungen.

Skills

Verhandlungsgeschick
Datenanalyse
Kommunikationsfähigkeiten
Detailorientierung
Flexibilität
Teamarbeit
Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

Education

Level 5 CIPS Qualification

Job description

We are recruiting for a Buyer to join a friendly, fast-paced, and well-established company based on the outskirts of St Albans.

Our client provides specialist construction, engineering, and facilities management solutions to organisations of all sizes and across various sectors. As a standalone Buyer, you will be responsible for ensuring that the most appropriate goods and services are selected based on price, quality, and delivery times, while ensuring profitability at all times.

If you are an experienced Buyer looking to broaden your skillset in a varied role, this is a great opportunity for you!

Note: Due to the location, you need to be a driver.

This role is 100% office-based.

What’s in it for you:
  • Salary: up to £50k depending on experience
  • A close-knit and supportive team
  • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • BUPA private healthcare after 6 months’ probation
  • Free parking
Key responsibilities:
  1. Seek quotes on prices and availability of materials from various suppliers
  2. Purchase goods, supplies, and other relevant services
  3. Identify potential suppliers and new products
  4. Liaise between suppliers and internal departments
  5. Monitor and report delivery schedules to and from site
  6. Keep detailed records and maintain an organized work schedule
  7. Ensure suppliers are aware of business objectives
  8. Assess the reliability and delivery performance of suppliers
  9. Establish and monitor an approved supplier list
  10. Ensure all materials comply with Health and Safety guidelines
  11. Arrange meetings with suppliers
  12. Perform any other duties relevant to the role
What the employer is looking for:
  • Experience in a similar Buyer role
  • At least a Level 5 CIPS qualification
  • Excellent understanding of numeric data
  • A proactive and flexible attitude
  • Strong communication and collaborative skills
  • Great attention to detail
  • Excellent problem-solving and negotiating skills
  • Methodical, organized, and able to work under pressure
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Knowledge of the building services and FM industry is a bonus
  • Due to the location, a driving license and own car are essential
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