Senior Buyer - Scotland

IDEC; Blantyre; Vor Ort; GBP 42.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Aureos is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage sourcing and procurement of electrical components and construction materials for projects within the UK DNO sector, notably SPEN and SSEN. The role emphasizes strong administration, communication and interpersonal skills to support fast-paced delivery.

The candidate will ensure compliance with DNO specifications, maintain records, and collaborate with Finance to resolve invoice issues, enabling a smooth P2P process.

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience as a Senior Buyer/Buyer within the energy/construction or M&E sector.
• CIPS Level 4 qualification or above.
• Experience procuring materials for substations, construction or M&E projects.
• Strong negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.

Aufgaben

• Source and procure goods related to substations including electrical components.
• Adhere to specs of DNO approved materials list for accurate procurement.
• Support procurement strategies for both Aureos and the Client.
• Collaborate with project teams to understand requirements and timelines.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts and supplier information; resolve invoice issues to enable P2P.

Kenntnisse

Senior Buyer experience

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Energy sector knowledge

Ausbildung

CIPS Level 4 or higher

Jobbeschreibung

Summary

If you are looking to work for a growing business who truly value and care for their employees, then look no further! As a Senior Buyer you will have very good administration, communication and interpersonal skills. This role involves sourcing and procuring of electrical components and construction materials for various projects for a business that is strongly involved in the UK DNO (Distribution Network Operator) sector, in particular SPEN and SSEN. The ideal candidate will experience of some or all of the following; have an understanding of goods related to the Energy business, especially in Scotland - substation, overhead line and cabling knowledge of the construction market, especially in Scotland computer literate driving license.

DNO Market Expertise

• Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers in the DNO market.
• Identify and leverage key suppliers to the DNO market to meet project requirements.
• Develop Strategic Relationships with key DNO suppliers, leveraging reputation, commercial strength, and route to market to mutual benefit.

Technical Procurement

• Source and procure goods related to substations including electrical components.
• Understand and adhere to the specifications of the DNOs approved materials list for accurate procurement.
• Support procurement strategies for both Aureos and the Client.

Type Approvals

Confirm equipment complies with Client type and approvals to ensure compliance with industry standards where required Stay abreast of regulatory changes and technological advancements in energy and renewables.

Collaboration with Project Teams

Work closely with project teams to understand project requirements and timelines. Provide efficient and timely procurement of materials in line with the overall business strategy.

Cost Negotiation and Budget Management

Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings without compromising quality. Collaborate with the project teams to manage budgets effectively.

Compliance and Documentation

Ensure compliance with industry regulations, DNO specifications, and company policies. Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier information. Work closely with Finance Department and resolve any invoice related issues to allow smooth P2P process.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications and Training Essential

• Proven experience as a Senior Buyer/Buyer within the energy/construction or M&E sector.
• CIPS Level 4 qualified or above.

Knowledge Essential

• Experience in procuring materials related to substations, construction or M&E projects.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• In-depth knowledge of DNO specifications, electrical components, and technology.
• Experience in procuring materials related to power systems.
• Experience in procuring materials related power transmission.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and analytical skills.

Skills and abilities Essential

• Very good administration, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A strong desire to develop in a technical industry that is rapidly growing and fast paced.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and analytical skill.

Desirable (skills)

An eagerness to develop in the role

Equal Opportunities

Aureos are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Aureos is a multi-disciplinary energy and transport networks specialist engineering services provider, spanning the design, engineering, installation, maintenance, and crisis response of critical infrastructures across power, renewables, nuclear decommissioning, railways, highways and local government sectors.