Senior Category Buyer
Application Deadline: 15 November 2024
Department: Procurement
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Derby
Description
About us
A partner that adds value today and for the future. Porterbrook has been at the heart of the UK rail network for three decades and owns around a quarter of the national passenger rail fleet. We mobilise private finance to drive rail growth through tailored leasing solutions, industry leading innovations and essential network projects that deliver a safe, efficient and sustainable railway. Our mission is to provide high-quality, digitally-enabled rolling stock solutions that help deliver a safe, efficient and sustainable railway.
About the team
Our procurement team consists of specialists based in Derby and Long Marston. The team works closely with all departments in the procurement of goods and services, both engineering and non-engineering.
Key Responsibilities
Role Purpose
Responsible for supporting Category Managers in the sourcing of materials and services to support the category strategies underpinning the procurement requirements of the business. Ensuring that the best value for money is obtained, while adhering to the highest level of quality and supplier performance. Acting as the interface between the engineering/project management function and the rest of the team, ensuring that all service levels are achieved, and issues/warranties are escalated in a timely manner. Developing an understanding of synergies that may exist across the different categories/fleets/projects across the business to ensure all procurements are achieving optimum efficiency.
Responsibilities
* Implement agreed category strategies for the procurement on key categories.
* Be seen as the Procurement subject matter expert on their assigned categories.
* Manage the end-to-end procurement process for categories.
* Identify opportunities for new services through the use of innovative products to customers.
* Support project managers with the warranty process.
* Support the management of Free Issue Materials (FIM).
* Track supplier performance against the contractual service level agreements.
Developing the Procurement Function
* Support the overall drive for cost efficiencies across the procurement function.
* Support the development of procurement processes and systems.
* Support the delivery of quality accreditations.
* Actively participate in any Porterbrook supplier events.
* Support other functions in the internal planning and budgeting.
Supporting Business Objectives
* Support the commercial and innovation processes.
* Support project managers and other functions during the operational phase of a contract/project.
Other Duties
* Work effectively with other functions/departments.
* Operate in line with the organisation’s values and behaviours.
* Ensure that all products procured comply with all environmental, ethical and health and safety legislation.
* Support both the function and business in the drive for continuous improvement.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
General Requirements
* An individual who is a self-starter and is effective working either alone or as part of a team.
* Able to take a pragmatic approach to challenges.
* An ambitious and driven individual, with a track record in procurement.
Qualifications
* Educated to degree or further education standard, preferably in either Engineering, Law, or Business Management.
* An MCIPS, or better, qualification from the Chartered Institute of Procurement would be preferred.
Knowledge
* Extensive procurement experience as a Senior Buyer.
* Knowledge of railway industry rolling stock and components.
* Legal or commercial experience would be advantageous.
Key Skills
* Commercially astute with excellent understanding of contracting.
* Well organised and experienced in working under pressure.
* Numerate with strong analytical skills.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
A great place to work
We are seeking the very best talent to join the team, and offer an excellent salary, along with bonus and benefits. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great organisation with excellent people and a road map for the future to grow and develop the business.
* Excellent pension scheme
* Financial wellbeing support
* Flexible working
* Enhanced family friendly policies
* Ongoing support with professional and personal development
Should you be suitable for the role, the full benefits package will be discussed in more detail during your screening call.
To apply
Please follow the link at the top of this page to send your CV and a covering email with full details of why you would be a great addition to the Porterbrook team, along with details of your current salary and notice period.
If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone can develop to their full potential.
This vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.
Please note we are not accepting approaches from recruitment agencies for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr