Assistant Buyer / Buyer

AR Resourcing Group Ltd; London (WV); On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-profile global infrastructure contractor is looking for an Assistant Buyer/Buyer to support a Procurement Manager for a major rail project in London. This role offers a unique opportunity for career progression within a world leader in rail infrastructure, focusing on delivering procurement requirements efficiently while managing various aspects of suppliers and materials.

Benefits

Strong training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 1 year direct buying experience.
• Experience in construction or related industries.
• Any project procurement experience would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day project procurement of materials and subcontracts.
• Support tender processes for subcontract packages.
• Lead supplier negotiations and ensure compliance.

Skills

Project procurement

Negotiation

Compliance

Education

Relevant degree or working towards MCIPS

Job description

A high profile global £multi-billion infrastructure contractor is looking to recruit a Assistant Buyer / Buyer.

The main objective of the role is to support a Procurement Manager in delivering a high profile rail project in London.

Key duties will include:

• Manage the day to day project procurement of materials and subcontracts.
• Support the procurement team with managing the tender process for subcontract packages.
• Lead new supplier negotiations for materials not covered by frameworks.
• Work with site project teams to deliver procurement requirements.
• Ensure savings, rebates and compliance are achieved in line with project strategies.
• Support the procurement team with various administration and compliance activities.

Why Apply

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Buyer who is looking for career progression

You will be working for a world leader in rail infrastructure who offers strong training and development.

You will be supporting one of the largest rail projects across Europe.

Further Details

Buying a wide variety of materials and subcontracts across rail, civils and site setup.

The immediate challenge will be quickly learning the supply chain and delivering the requirements of site
teams.

Projects include track work, electrification and signalling packages ranging from £100k to £5m.

Candidate Requirements

You will be a Buyer or Assistant Buyer who is looking for career progression with at least 1 years direct buying experience.

You will ideally be working in any construction related industry, our client is happy to also consider engineering or manufacturing experience.

Any project procurement experience would be beneficial.

Relevant degree or working towards MCIPS is desirable.

Should you wish to discuss your fit to these candidate requirements please contact the vacancy manager and quote the assignment reference number under the job title.

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