Job title: Senior Buyer - Civils/Construction
Location: Warwick/Hybrid - 1 day per week in the office
Duration: 6 months initially
Adecco 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:
Run large scale RFP events.
Create RFP documents.
To provide support and advice on developing contract and tender specifications including establishing the evaluation process.
Where necessary, to prepare written financial and administrative reports, including tender evaluations and tender reports.
Negotiate contracts and build strong relationships with suppliers.
Manage contracts, including renewal tracking and maintaining the contract register.
Analyse volume reports to ensure contract benefits and support complex procurement projects.
Develop and execute strategic plans to enhance cost efficiency and profitability.
Ensure adherence to company policies and legal regulations.
Collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation.
Identify and manage risks within the procurement process.
Requirements:
Has significant experience in leading large tendering events.
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.
Can effectively communicate, engage, and form dynamic teams with stakeholders building strong working relationships at all levels.
Can collate and organise data, analyse commercial issues and bring insight to the detail of costs and contracts.
Can scope, deliver, and execute robust fit for purpose contractual agreements.
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.
Back to search15627 - Senior Buyer - Civils/Construction
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Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 21 days
Leamington Spa, Warwickshire CV31 1XH, England
£24,000 - £28,800 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position is for a Senior Buyer in Civils/Construction located in Warwick with a hybrid work model, requiring one day per week in the office.
- The role is initially for a duration of 6 months and involves running large scale RFP events, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships.
- Candidates should have significant experience in leading large tendering events and ideally come from a background as a Senior Category Lead or Senior Buyer.
- A salary range of £45,000 to £55,000 is offered, with candidates encouraged to demonstrate their relevant experience in their CV.
- Achievement of a CIPS qualification or working towards it is advantageous, but not essential, and effective communication skills are necessary.
