Role: Commercial Buyer
Job Ref: QAD 2756/2701
Pay Rate: Competitive Market Rate
Hours per week: 37 hours per week
Contract Length: Anticipated 18 months
Location: Reading, West Berkshire – hybrid - 3 days may be required in the office
We are seeking a Buyer with a solid understanding of JAGGAER or Ariba systems and a proven track record in sourcing to contract and navigating Public Procurement Regulations. You will manage complex, high-value contracts and ensure compliance with The Procurement Act 2023. With strong communication and stakeholder management skills, you’ll liaise seamlessly with various departments, field queries, and support end-to-end procurement processes, including tendering and evaluation.
We are looking for candidates with experience in system implementations (preferably finance-related) and a strong background in procurement or purchasing environments. While a background in the nuclear or defence sectors is desirable, your ability to work on high value complex contracts is key for this role.
Key requirements:
* Knowledge of end-to-end public procurement
* Experience of end-to-end tendering
* Tender evaluation experience
* Experience of System Implementations (finance)
* Previous experience in a procurement/purchasing environment
* Knowledge and understanding of JAGGAER (preferably) or Ariba (as equivalent)
* Experience working on high value complex contracts
* Background in nuclear or Defence (desirable)
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