Purchaser

Bridges - Trusted Intelligent Engineering Partner; Midsomer Norton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company based in the United Kingdom is seeking a Purchaser to manage the procurement of equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, supplier management, and logistics. Responsibilities include purchasing equipment, ensuring delivery of goods and services, and maintaining related records. This role offers a range of career development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Company car/car allowance

Health cash plan with Healthshield

Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution

Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Discount Scheme

Bike 2 Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Employee referral scheme - £1,000

Employee recognition schemes

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Qualifications

• Proven record of a procurement role or supplier relationship management experience.
• Knowledge of and experience in the ordering of goods and services.
• Proficient in communicating with suppliers and negotiating costs.

Responsibilities

• Purchase equipment in line with requests from the business.
• Ensure all goods and services are delivered as required.
• Maintain associated records to provide accurate data.

Skills

Procurement experience

Supplier relationship management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Mechanical product knowledge

Microsoft Word proficiency

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Microsoft Outlook proficiency

Job description

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors - Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates - we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure. Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m taking the role of Principle Contractor and Principal Designer on schemes and also supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.

Role Purpose

As a Purchaser, the key purpose of your role is to purchase equipment in line with requests from the business

The Role

• Contracted to 40hrs per week, Monday to Friday
• To ensure all goods and services are delivered as required
• To ensure all associated records are maintained to provide accurate data

Requirements

The Candidate

• Proven record of a procurement role / supplier relationship management experience
• Knowledge of and experience in the ordering of goods and services
• Proficient in communicating with suppliers and negotiating costs
• Mechanical and/or electrical product knowledge would be advantageous
• Proven background in Administration, purchasing and logistics
• Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills

Benefits

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well-being.

We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.

We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.

Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salaries
• Company car/car allowance
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

When you join us, you'll be part of our exciting journey. Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we'll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges' and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Come and be part of our team!

Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace