Senior Buyer jobs in United Kingdom

Education and Experience Requirements

• A-level completion required.
• Entry level purchasing or related experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge in purchasing methods and techniques or preferred.
• Working towards level 3 CIPS.

Unique Skills:

• Previous aviation experience preferred.
• Previous procurement experience preferred.

Education and Experience Requirements

• A-level completion required.
• Entry level purchasing or related experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge in purchasing methods and techniques or preferred.
• Working towards level 3 CIPS.

Position Purpose: Under general supervision, assists with developing and implementing cost-effective and efficient procedures to purchase commodities in accordance with product specifications and services in accordance with user-stated requirements, as appropriate in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. Develops sources of supply and obtains information from suppliers concerning product and/or service specifications, price, delivery dates, etc., and ensures all applicable data is current at supplier.
2. Prepares solicitations requesting quotes, receives and evaluates bids, and negotiates optimal delivery schedules and the best combination of price, quantity discount, product quality, standard terms, and conditions. May receive guidance from Buyers, Procurement Specialists, and Project Managers within the organization to complete tasks.
3. Communicates with User departments such as Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Planning, Facilities, and other departments to ensure their requirements are met.
4. Prepares definitive purchase orders, including terms and conditions, makes awards, and administers contracts with suppliers within budgetary limitations.
5. Monitors supplier performance, and prepares reports and other records pertaining to items or services purchased, cost, delivery, product or service performance, supplier performance, and/or inventories, as applicable.
6. Resolves problems related to purchasing, delivery, receiving, and payment to the supplier by taking appropriate corrective action.

Additional Functions:

1. Responsible for indirect/ commercial purchases and continuous improvement and cost savings opportunities within those order categories.
2. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requisition Number: 222256

Category: Purchasing

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 10/08/2024