Senior Buyer (HS2)

VVB Engineering (UK) Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Buyer, where your expertise in procurement will ensure a robust supply chain for critical projects. This role involves managing procurement activities, negotiating with suppliers, and maintaining compliance with governance frameworks. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing project delivery by ensuring materials are supplied on time and within budget. If you are commercially astute and possess strong negotiation skills, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact in the construction and infrastructure industry.

Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems, specifically SAP Business One.
• Strong knowledge of Contract Law and NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Undertake end-to-end procurement activities, ensuring timely supply.
• Negotiate with suppliers for best prices and terms.

Skills

ERP Systems (SAP Business One)

Contract Law

MS Office

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Qualification in Procurement

Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply

Job description

Job Description: Senior Buyer

Are you a proactive, forward-thinking professional with a passion for delivering excellence in procurement? Join VVB Engineering as a Senior Buyer and play a key role in ensuring the project has a fit-for-purpose supply chain, supplying materials in line with project budgets and forecasts, on time and in full, to prevent delays to project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake end-to-end procurement activities, from planning to contract execution.
• Manage procurement activities within assigned areas, developing market/category knowledge to inform decisions.
• Negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best prices without compromising quality, including pricing, payment terms, and contractual agreements.
• Ensure procurement processes comply with governance frameworks.
• Produce procurement documentation such as plans and tender documents, obtaining necessary approvals.
• Record and report savings according to guidelines.
• Contribute to lessons learned to improve future procurement activities.
• Engage with internal stakeholders and communicate effectively during procurement processes.
• Maintain ethical standards in all tasks and relationships.
• Conduct regular reviews with Project Managers to ensure alignment.
• Monitor supply chain performance and manage delays or contractual changes accordingly.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Experience with ERP systems, specifically SAP Business One.
• Strong knowledge of Contract Law and NEC contracts.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Desirable:

• Experience with JCT contracts.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Qualification in Procurement or equivalent.

Desirable:

• Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.

Competencies and Behaviours:

Essential:

• Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Interpersonal skills across organizational levels.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Flexibility to meet project demands.

Experience:

• Previous experience as a Senior Buyer.
• Experience in the construction or infrastructure industry.

VVB values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity employment, promoting dignity and respect for all employees regardless of background.