Senior Buyer

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Buyer for a 12-month contract based in Glascoed, Wales. The role involves developing and managing procurement strategies in the construction and plant equipment sectors. Candidates should have extensive experience and strong negotiation skills. The position offers a hybrid work model, requiring 2-3 days on-site weekly, with a competitive rate of £47.12 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a buyer/senior buyer.
• Track record of managing procurement strategies.
• Experience in construction or plant & equipment categories.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships.
• Engage stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Contract negotiation

Supplier Management

Strong negotiation skills

Strong communication skills

Data Analysis

Excellent Organizational Skills

Understanding of Supply Chain Management

Strategic Planning

Education

Related degree in procurement

CIPS accreditation

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Overview

Senior Buyer

12 Month Contract

Glascoed Based (Hybrid, 2-3 days per week on site)

£47.12 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35

This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UKs leading Defence companies based in Glascoed.

Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications

To be considered for this role you will be a buyer/senior buyer with a track record of developing, implementing & managing procurement strategies, ideally relating to Plant & Equipment projects.

Skills Required

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills - Priority & essential to success in the role
• Contract skills including contract negotiation
• Supplier Management

Experience Required

• Experience working in a similar position or a related degree
• Experience within construction and/or plant & equipment categories
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Good understanding of manufacturing & engineering processes
• Ability to work under pressure, whilst ensuring deadlines are met
• Experience with Word and Excel software
• Comfortable in a fast paced commercial environment

Additional Attributes

• Personable Demeanour
• Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
• Data Analysis
• Excellent Organisational Skills
• Good Business Instincts
• Mathematics Skills
• Understanding of Supply Chain Management Procedures
• Strategic Planning Abilities
• Accreditation by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)

For more information please contact Lauren Morley at JAM Recruitment or click apply