Assistant Buyer

Overview

Procure rail services/materials, manage supply chain, support tender processes.

Key Responsibilities

• tender docs
• procurement schedule
• tender analysis
• supplier sourcing
• rail procurement
• supply management

Tasks

-Develop and forge closer relationships with the supply chain to encourage a culture of inclusive interaction and learning and an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. -Take part in group procurement functional goals and objectives within the region. -Support activities that generate and encourage efficient, productive and continuously improving supply chain performance. -Advise on the project’s supply chain management activities, including structuring the supply chain and carrying out performance and relationship management to drive improved performance/cost benefits. -Provide best value for project procurement solutions for the project. -Provide an effective and professional service in the procurement of rail services and materials -Procurement of materials and services, assisting with the production and management of the procurement schedule, development of invitation to tender documents in conjunction with project teams. Carry out tender analysis and award recommendations. -Continuously seek out and assess new supply chain members to meet project demand. -Work as part of a dedicated procurement team for the project.

Requirements

• rail procurement
• procurement
• sustainability
• cips 3
• nec contracts

What You Bring

-Knowledge and understanding of work practices, processes and procedures within the rail construction procurement process -Understanding of procurement practices -Knowledge of sustainability goals -CIPS Level 3 is desirable -Working knowledge of contracts i.e. NEC is desirable

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Benefits

-Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay -Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development -Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review -Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus -Above market rate contributory pension scheme -Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations -Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc -Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus -27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service

About Murphy

-Specializes in infrastructure, utilities, energy, and water, offering both design and delivery expertise. -Operates across multiple regions globally, combining local knowledge with international reach. -Focuses on long-term partnerships with clients in sectors including transportation, residential, industrial, and commercial. -Known for technical expertise and delivering complex, large-scale projects. -Notable projects include the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station and major infrastructure upgrades across the UK and Ireland.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship; must have legal right to work in the uk.