Senior Buyer

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Buyer to enhance procurement processes within the pharmaceutical sector. This role involves managing purchase orders, conducting competitive tenders, and collaborating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering top-notch solutions for clients in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries. This position offers the chance to grow your career while making a significant impact in the field, working alongside industry experts in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement roles with a focus on trade contracts.
• Knowledge of equipment procurement and supply chain processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders and coordinate procurement activities.
• Conduct competitive tenders and manage supply chain progress.

Skills

Procurement Management

Contract Negotiation

Supply Chain Management

Education

MCIPS Qualification

Engineering Degree

Job description

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At IPS, you will apply your knowledge, skills, and passion to make a difference in the lives of people, solving complex challenges related to pharmaceutical, biotech, and animal health research and manufacturing facilities. We are looking for a Senior Buyer to join our team, based out of our office located in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

In this role, you will be responsible for the placement of purchase orders and coordinating activities involved with procuring goods and services such as process and utility equipment, trade subcontracts, and professional services. You will also be responsible for project-specific subcontracts and purchase orders (POs) and invoice tracking, shipping, and receipt documentation.

What You'll Do

1. Identify potential sources/partners and manage pre-qualification procedures.
2. Conduct competitive tenders for equipment and services on client programmes, subsequently leading in all stages of the inquiry process.
3. Manage progress reviews and expedite progress in the supply chain.
4. Compile regular reporting data and present to client procurement groups.
5. Prepare Purchase Orders / Contracts.

Come join a caring, nimble team that delivers world-class designs for our pharmaceutical clients and take your career to new heights.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Prior experience in a procurement role.
• Knowledge and experience of trade contracts and equipment procurement.
• You may be required to travel for short durations periodically.

Preferred Qualifications

• MCIPS qualified, Engineering, or related supply chain experience.
• Supply Chain-related experience.

About Us

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, skill, and passion, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. Its newest acquisition, Linesight, specializes in cost, schedule, risk, program, and project management services in various market sectors, including data centers, life sciences, and high-tech industries. With the addition of Linesight, IPS has over 3,000 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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