Buyer

Bilfinger UK; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider in the United Kingdom is looking for a Buyer / Requisitioner to manage purchase requisitions and orders. You will utilize SAP to ensure procurement accuracy while maintaining records and collaborating with suppliers. This role requires excellent communication skills and attention to detail to align procurement with project needs. The company offers a permanent position with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience with purchase requisitions and orders.
• Ability to liaise effectively with suppliers.
• Strong organizational skills for record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Create and process purchase requisitions and orders in SAP.
• Liaise with suppliers on order details and delivery.
• Keep accurate procurement records and documents.
• Collaborate with various teams for procurement activities.
• Monitor material needs and coordinate deliveries.
• Prepare reports on procurement activity and propose improvements.

Skills

SAP proficiency

Supplier coordination

Record keeping

Communication skills

Inventory management

Job description

Buyer / Requisitioner QWERTY

Location: Kingston upon Hull

Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider, supporting customers across the chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables and food & beverage markets. We enhance the efficiency of assets, ensuring a high level of availability and reducing maintenance costs. We have extensive experience in offshore and onshore facilities; specialising in asset management services throughout all life cycle phases from consulting, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, operations, maintenance, and decommissioning. This commitment is delivered by an experienced and highly competent workforce of over 4,500 employees operating from 14 offices in strategic industrial hubs, upholding the highest standards of safety, compliance and quality.

Purchase Requisitions and Orders (SAP)

• Create, review and process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders in SAP
• Ensure all requisitions and orders are accurate, approved and meet procurement policies
• Track and monitor order progress in SAP, follow up on approvals and provide updates to relevant stakeholders

Supplier Coordination

• Liaise with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery dates and resolve any issues
• Maintain regular contact with vendors to obtain acknowledgements and updates

Record Keeping and Documentation

• Keep accurate records of all requisitions, purchase orders and deliveries in SAP and project systems
• Ensure all procurement documents, such as delivery notes and invoices, are correctly filed and accessible for review
• Collaborate with document control to maintain an organised flow of procurement records

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work alongside engineering, project management, materials management, warehousing and document control teams
• Align procurement activities with project schedules and technical requirements
• Ensure clear communication between project teams and suppliers regarding specifications and delivery needs

Contract and Compliance Support

• Reference and apply procurement contracts when raising project orders
• Support the procurement manager in ensuring orders meet agreed terms including pricing and delivery
• Assist with contract administration by tracking values, dates and compliance with standards

Inventory and Delivery Coordination

• Monitor project material needs and stock levels with the materials and warehouse teams
• Schedule material deliveries and arrange site receipt and inspection
• Ensure timely availability of materials while helping to reduce excess stock

Reporting and Process Improvement

• Prepare and present reports on procurement activity, spend and delivery status
• Identify and escalate variances or delays, and propose corrective actions
• Contribute to improvements in procurement and requisitioning processes, including SAP workflow efficiencies

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