Project Buyer
Permanent - Up £50,000 - Havant
We are currently supporting our client with the continuing growth of the Procurement and a new team member. The project purchaser will be accountable for the negotiation, creation, and maintenance of supply contracts with suppliers associated with specific customer-related projects and for ensuring that supplier performance levels for specific projects are in line with the requirements of the project.
Main Responsibilities of the Project Buyer:
* Identify appropriate suppliers/partners for the supply of materials and equipment for customer-related projects.
* Manage and/or develop supply performance in order to meet set targets for quality, delivery time, cost, and lead time.
* Review and verify technical specifications and requirements as basis for request for quotations in accordance with the project requirements.
* Negotiate, create, and maintain supply contracts with suppliers. Communicate results to the internal project stakeholders. Handle supplier relations to maintain, improve and develop performance in supplier and related processes.
* Maintain supply data to relevant systems in defined area of responsibility.
* Participate in or execute supplier audits and follow-up the audit action plan.
* Secure supplier capacity to meet future demands.
* Gather and analyse spend and supplier performance data as well as execute benchmarking to continuously improve supplier performance.
* Participate in project reviews, input to project plans, timelines, and costs. Supply and maintain supplier metrics and supply KPIs for the projects(s).
Required Skills and Experience
* Previous Buying and Sourcing within engineering
* Supplier Relationships and Communication
* Project Management
* Communication, Collaboration, and Stakeholder Management
* Critical Path Management
* Production and Order Management
* Process Management
* Minimum of 5-7 plus years' experience in procurement, with at least 3 years in project procurement.
Technical Skills:
* Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and procedures.
* Proficiency in using procurement software and MRP planning systems.
* Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
* Ability to analyse and interpret technical specifications and project requirements.
Soft Skills:
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
* Excellent organizational and time management skills.
* Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to challenges.
Apply today or call Kirsty to discuss the role and the package in more detail.
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