Buyer

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy solutions provider in Lomondgate is seeking an experienced Buyer to manage supplier relationships and ensure the supply of critical components for power generation products. The role involves raising purchase orders, coordinating with various internal departments, and negotiating supplier pricing. The ideal candidate has experience in procurement, good organizational skills, and is ideally working towards or holding an MCIPS qualification.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Flexible holiday entitlement

Focus on personal development

Paid volunteering time

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a range of suppliers.
• Strong organizational and the ability to manage multiple data sources.
• Proven negotiation skills and ability to understand various products.

Responsibilities

• Own a portfolio of suppliers for continuity of parts supply.
• Raise purchase orders and update records on the MRP system.
• Coordinate with departments to meet project requirements.
• Manage supplier pricing and negotiations.

Skills

Experience with PO's

Good organisation skills

Technically minded

Ability to manage multiple inputs

Supplier management

Education

MCIPS or working towards MCIPS qualification

Job description

We're a global leader in providing energy solutions that help businesses grow and communities thrive. We work as a team and we're proud of the difference we make to customers, to local communities, and towards a sustainable future for the world.

We're looking for a Buyer to work within the Procurement team in Lomondgate.

Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for a portfolio of sub-categories that will be critical for the production of power generation products at Aggreko's Lomondgate facility. You will own the supply relationships, raise POs for demand created by the manufacturing function, expediting goods and materials, as well as working with other functions such as Engineering, Planning and Stores.

Why Aggreko?

• Generous benefits package (including but not limited to pension plan, bonus scheme, and Life Assurance)
• Generous holiday entitlement, with option to 'buy' or 'sell'
• A focus on continued personal development
• Paid time off work for volunteering in the community
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which helps promote and support a healthy lifestyle

What you'll do:

• Own a portfolio of suppliers and sub-categories to ensure continued supply of parts & performance is managed appropriately. Lead supplier performance management processes with key suppliers and implement supplier scorecards.
• Raising purchase orders and update procurement records on our MRP system. Resolve discrepancies, shortages and other day-to-day issues in a timely manner to ensure a seamless delivery of parts.
• Coordinate with internal departments to meet stock, production, and project requirements for all owned suppliers and parts.
• Pro-active management of supplier pricing and pricing negotiations, ensuring pricing is always kept up to date in MRP.

You’ll have the following skills and experience:

• An experienced individual who can play a key part in the Procurement team by taking responsibility for the allocated supplier and sub-category portfolio.
• Experience working with PO's, Invoice Reconciliation and managing a range of suppliers.
• Good organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple inputs and data sources.
• Technically minded - able to understand and learn about a wide range of products and applications.
• Willing and able to drive activities without day-to-day oversight with both internal and external stakeholders.
• MCIPS or working towards MCIPS qualification would be a distinct advantage.

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Equal employment opportunity

We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people's unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that's how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.