Senior Project Buyer – Strategic Procurement & Contracts

VVB Engineering

Acton

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

VVB Engineering in Acton, United Kingdom, is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead procurement for allocated projects, ensuring cost-effective, timely materials in line with budgets and governance. The role supports profitable project delivery by developing fit-for-purpose supply chains and negotiating favourable terms with suppliers.

You will manage end-to-end procurement, maintain market knowledge, document savings, and coordinate with Project Managers and internal teams to minimise delays while

Qualifications

  • ERP systems experience and strong procurement knowledge.
  • Excellent knowledge of contract law and NEC contracts.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and analytics.
  • Commercial acumen and strong negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

  • Undertake end-to-end procurement activity from strategy to contract execution.
  • Manage procurement activities for allocated areas with market knowledge.
  • Negotiate pricing, terms and contracts with suppliers to maximise value.
  • Ensure governance frameworks and procurement procedures are followed.
  • Produce procurement documentation and obtain necessary approvals.
  • Record and report savings and lessons learned.
  • Communicate with internal customers and other functions to execute procurement tasks.

Skills

Negotiation
Communication
Analytical skills
Interpersonal skills
MS Office

Education

Procurement qualification or equivalent

Tools

SAP Business One
Asite

Job description

VVB Engineering in Acton, United Kingdom, is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead procurement for allocated projects, ensuring cost-effective, timely materials in line with budgets and governance. The role supports profitable project delivery by developing fit-for-purpose supply chains and negotiating favourable terms with suppliers.

You will manage end-to-end procurement, maintain market knowledge, document savings, and coordinate with Project Managers and internal teams to minimise delays while

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