Key Purpose of Role - Assistant Buyer
To deliver a full procurement process to all sites within the required deadlines and on budget.
Key Duties / Responsibilities - Assistant Buyer
* To assist in growing the supply chain with new innovative suppliers offering savings.
* Purchase of materials in line with site specification and development drawings.
* Effectively influence construction to minimise cost/spends.
* Reduce construction overheads by either re-negotiating rates or eliminating material wastage.
* To assist in managing the integration of material specification change.
* Manage procurement of specific sites - cradle to grave.
* To assist with price negotiation with all suppliers; influence reductions and advise on potential increases.
* To ensure invoice queries are completed for month end.
* To assist in monitoring supplier performance and effectively manage issues.
* Compile site comparisons for each site, request further discount and FOC items to make suppliers more appealing.
* Planning and scheduling material deliveries for new sites.
* Monitor material quality and feedback to suppliers.
* Procure new products and rebate reclamation.
Minimum Qualifications
ONC, HNC (or equivalent) OR Qualified by experience
HND (desirable)
Experience
Experienced in procurement environment.
Key Knowledge and Skills
* Literacy and numerical skills.
* Demonstrates sound decision making and commercial awareness skills.
* Ability to read and understand specifications / working drawings.
* Understanding fully the build process and material timeline delivery.
* Good time management skills.
* Commercial awareness.
Personal Attributes
Good negotiator, excellent communicator, and highly motivated.
What We Offer
* Competitive Salary
* Car Allowance
* Annual Bonus
* Life Assurance
* 25 Days Holiday, plus bank holidays
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