Assistant Buyer - Basingstoke
This role requires having a Right to Work in the UK, RW Armstrong are unable to provide UK Visa Sponsorship.
RW Armstrong - Group Division:
RW Armstrong is a family business with over 65 years’ experience working on some of the finest properties in the South of England. Our well-connected head office is easily accessible from Basingstoke, situated in the charming village of Sherborne St John, only a stone’s throw from the town centre and plentiful nearby amenities. Our modern offices are home to our busy Group Business Support team. Here, you will form part of a close-knit and experienced team supporting our five offices and sites across all divisions in the business. With our company expanding, there is plenty of scope for career growth.
JOB PURPOSE
To deliver a comprehensive buying function to the R W Armstrong Group supporting the operational teams in the efficient delivery of a wide range of bespoke construction projects. Procuring quality products in a cost efficient and timely manner is a priority for this role.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
1. To work according to the buying processes, policies and frameworks set by the Group Buying Manager.
2. To assist in the procurement of standard and bespoke goods and materials, at best value.
3. To assist in the procurement of hired in plant and equipment, at best value.
4. To assist in the procurement of skip and waste management services, at best value.
5. To coordinate and manage RWA owned plant, including repairs and purchases.
6. To effectively deploy plant and administer the re-use of second-hand materials.
7. To communicate with and manage our existing supply chain partners - negotiating rebates and setting up credit accounts where possible.
8. To identify and communicate opportunities for new supply chain partners to the Group Buying Manager.
9. To provide cover for any person within the team in the instance of absence or holiday.
10. To assist in reconciling Visa/Mastercard receipts for purchases. Assessing the spend with these companies and setting up credit accounts where possible.
11. To assist in the stock control and purchasing process of company wide clothing and Personal Protective Clothing (PPE).
12. To assist in producing and evaluating buying statistics.
13. To work off a material schedule when required.
14. To act as a first point of contact for department queries both internally and externally.
15. To raise Purchase Orders in Evo M, deal with invoice queries and chase orders where required.
KNOWLEDGE, BEHAVIOURS & SKILLS
EXPERIENCE
16. To have previous knowledge of the buying process and experience of negotiation.
17. To have previous experience managing a large volume of orders and a diverse range of products to support an average of 45 live sites.
18. To have previous knowledge of construction materials and plant equipment is desirable.
19. To have previous experience of using EVO M or a similar buying/accounts system.
SKILLS
20. To have a strong attention to detail and be accurate.
21. To have good organisational skills, be able to prioritise, make decisions and work effectively within a fast paced environment.
22. To demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team as well as on their own initiative and with minimal supervision.
23. To be IT literate including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Internet Explorer and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
24. To have good numeracy and literacy skills.
25. To be highly motivated with a proactive approach to individual learning and development.
26. To be able to communicate with key stakeholders and liaise effectively with other internal departments.
27. To be able to resolve complex issues effectively.
28. To be able to negotiate.
WORKING HOURS
29. 39 Hours per week
30. Working 08:00 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 to 16:00 on Fridays, with a 1-hour unpaid break each day
BENEFITS
31. 22 Days Holiday, plus Bank Holidays
32. UK Healthcare Cash Plan
33. 5 Days Company Sick Pay
34. Standard Workplace Pension