Job title: Senior BuyerLocation: Warwick/Hybrid - 1 day per week in the officeDuration: 6 months initiallyAdecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.The role:We're looking for people who can demonstrate creativity and commercial acumen whilst identifying opportunities to drive value in our business.Responsibilities:路 Run large scale RFP events. 路 Create RFP documents.路 To provide support and advice on developing contract and tender specifications including establishing the evaluation process.路 Where necessary, to prepare written financial and administrative reports, including tender evaluations and tender reports.路 Negotiate contracts and build strong relationships with suppliers.路 Manage contracts, including renewal tracking and maintaining the contract register.路 Analyse volume reports to ensure contract benefits and support complex procurement projects.路 Develop and execute strategic plans to enhance cost efficiency and profitability.路 Ensure adherence to company policies and legal regulations.路 Collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation.路 Identify and manage risks within the procurement process.Requirements:路 Has significant experience in leading large tendering events.路 Brings prior experience from roles such as Senior Category Lead or Senior Buyer - Alternatively if you're ready to step up into a more senior capacity, we encourage you to apply.路 Can effectively communicate, engage, and form dynamic teams with stakeholders building strong working relationships at all levels.路 Can collate and organise data, analyse commercial issues and bring insight to the detail of costs and contracts.路 Can scope, deliver, and execute robust fit for purpose contractual agreements.路 Achievement of a CIPS qualification or working towards is advantageous, but not essential.Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.
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Posted 2 days ago, valid for 6 days
Kenilworth, Warwickshire CV8 2LD, England
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position of Senior Buyer is available in Warwick with a hybrid work model requiring one day per week in the office.
- This is a 6-month contract role that requires significant experience in leading large tendering events and ideally prior experience as a Senior Category Lead or Senior Buyer.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for running RFP events, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships while ensuring compliance with company policies.
- The role offers a competitive salary of 拢45,000 to 拢55,000 per year, depending on experience.
- Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to analyze commercial issues, with a preference for those holding a CIPS qualification or working towards one.
