Purpose of the Role: To be responsible for the procurement of materials and services.
Duties:
1. Procurement of materials & services primarily for UK assets.
2. Carrying out a diverse range of tasks related to the buying function and adapting based on changing priorities and circumstances.
3. Co-ordination of Purchase Agreements with suppliers.
4. Ensuring orders are up to date and complete with amendments if required.
5. Maintaining checks of cost, quality and level of service provided by vendors.
6. Fostering an awareness of and adherence to relevant legislation, regulations, and best practices.
7. Reviewing and satisfying asset requirements by way of standard supply chain processes.
8. Liaising with internal customers and other relevant parties.
9. Ad hoc expediting of materials/services and liaising with suppliers and third parties to ensure timely delivery, ensuring production is not impacted.
Essential Qualifications:
1. Self-starter.
2. Excellent ability to work as a valuable contributor to the team.
3. Ability to work flexibly and determine appropriate priorities.
4. Willingness to work hard to meet deadlines without close supervision.
5. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
6. Commitment to promoting a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Experience:
1. Experience in a Buyer/Expeditor position.
2. High level of literacy and numeracy skills.
3. Advanced Excel skills.
4. Analytical thinking.
5. Exceptional organization and time management skills.
6. Ability to prioritize workload.
7. Excellent standard in the presentation and delivery of work.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Experience in the Energy Sector.
2. Understanding of the goods/services being procured/expedited.
Education: Good General Education.
Computer Skills: Essential.
Preferred: Previous experience with Maximo or other asset management software.
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