Materials Buyer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Materials Buyer in the Energy & Natural Resources industry, based in Bathgate. The role will involve overseeing the procurement and supply chain for a highly reputable company.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established large organisation in the Energy & Natural Resources sector. With a global presence, it prides itself on delivering top-notch solutions to its clients and creating a positive impact on the environment. Based in Bathgate, it strives for excellence in all its operations.

Description

• Oversee and manage the procurement process, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Ensure the timely delivery of materials and resources in line with project schedules.
• Monitor market trends to identify potential new suppliers and products.
• Implement and maintain procurement strategies to optimise supply chain processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to forecast supply and demand.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
• Manage and resolve any supply chain issues that arise.
• Reviewing purchase requirements to ensure that sufficient information is available to proceed and that the required delivery date is defined and agreed with the project.
• Liaising effectively with project/ops teams and fostering relationships internally and with suppliers and clients
• Routinely multitasking and tracking PO's and commodities across multiple projects, clients, work streams and stakeholders.
• Providing details of risk and suggest mitigations associated with schedule slippages.
• Providing accurate updates and reports to key internal stakeholders in support of Project plans and activities.

Profile

A successful Materials Buyer should have:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Business, Economics, Logistics, or related field.
• Proven experience in a similar role within the Engineering, Manufacturing and Energy & Natural Resources sector.
• Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to make informed decisions.
• Proficiency in relevant software and technologies.
• Strong IT experience in MS packages and ERP/MRP systems

Job Offer

• A competitive salary, ranging from £35,000 to £45,000.
• Generous holiday leave and pension scheme.
• An opportunity to work in a thriving industry and contribute to impactful projects.
• The chance to develop and grow within a supportive and dynamic team environment.
• The satisfaction of working for a company that values sustainability and positive environmental impact.

We invite all qualified Materials Buyers looking for a new challenge within the Energy & Natural Resources industry to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in a vibrant and rewarding environment based in the Central belt of Scotland.