Senior Buyer

Overview

Senior Buyer managing procurement and supply chain for Southern Water framework projects.

Key Responsibilities

• ifs management
• docusign
• supply chain
• tender management
• commercial negotiation
• stakeholder management

Tasks

-Embed and utilise the well-established, procurement Frameworks & Subcontracts to providing end-to-end Supply Chain advice, sourcing, supply assurance, delivery, supply chain management and tasking against requirements. -Collaborate with peers to develop and enhance value, systems, process, and best practice sharing to help CMDP+ achieve best in class performance and bring consistency to sourcing activities -Establish and develop excellent working relationship with the Client; Customers; Suppliers, internal functions and other relevant external bodies. -Check and prepare subcontract agreements, issuing to subcontractors via the DocuSign platform and maintaining distribution and execution records. -Take ownership/maintain and enhance IFS database and other software and processes. Develop in-depth knowledge of IFS and work towards becoming the Procurement owner and champion for the system. -Efficient & effective day-to-day management of supply chain in support of Site requirements for goods and services. -Take ownership for the negotiation of commercial terms, conditions and levels of service (inc KPI’s) with suppliers. -Evaluation of requisitions, ensuring best market value is obtained, processing of requested materials and plant by Purchase Orders via the IFS platform. -Collaboratively develop/prepare and issue tender packages with key stakeholders to ensure alignment of targets, improve supplier performance, and implement continuous improvement plans.

Requirements

• nvq level4
• it skills
• project management
• problem solving
• materials knowledge
• stakeholder management

What You Bring

-A relevant qualification such as NVQ Level 4 or higher -Professional and pleasant manner in dealing with internal and external customers -Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines -Analytical, numerically astute with strong proven problem-solving abilities -Strong IT skills, including working knowledge of computer systems within the commercial environment -Project and people management experience -Extensive technical knowledge of materials and plant and an excellent understanding of the supplier base -Highly skilled at building and maintaining effective and productive relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers -Confident in communicating, influencing and building relationships with cross functional colleagues, suppliers and business stakeholders.

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About Costain Group Plc

-A leader in providing innovative solutions, specializing in complex, large-scale projects across the UK. -Their expertise spans infrastructure, energy, water, and other high-impact sectors. -Deep history in delivering projects for government, private, and public sector clients. -Recent notable projects include major works in energy, water, and transport sectors, including upgrades to critical infrastructure. -Known for integrating cutting-edge technology to enhance project delivery and safety outcomes. -Services extend from consultancy and design to construction and asset management. -Deeply involved in shaping the UK’s energy transition, particularly in sustainable power generation.

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