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Senior Buyer

ACS Recruitment Solutions Ltd

Posted 2 days ago, valid for 15 days

Rushden, Northamptonshire NN10 9LZ

£35,000 - £42,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The Senior Buyer position in Wellingborough offers a salary range of £45,000 to £50,000.
This role requires at least five years of experience in construction procurement.
The Senior Buyer will be responsible for managing procurement for large-scale projects, ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery of materials and equipment.
Key responsibilities include supervising the buying team, negotiating supplier terms, and developing strong relationships with stakeholders.
Candidates should possess strong negotiation skills, technical knowledge of construction, and excellent organization and communication abilities.

Senior BuyerLocation: Wellingborough Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 Working Hours - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Buyer to join a rapidly growing team. This role is crucial in supporting the contracts team, taking responsibility for large-scale schemes and customers. The Senior Buyer will manage the procurement of materials and equipment, ensuring projects are delivered within budget and on time. The successful candidate will develop strong relationships with stakeholders, making informed buying decisions to secure the best prices and lead times.Duties

Participating in tender handover meetings and reviewing material quotations, data sheets, and tenders.
Supervising and supporting the buying team, ensuring best practices are followed and shared.
Handling material approvals and resolving technical queries.
Reviewing stock and purchasing materials for larger schemes and customers.
Organising deliveries of materials with Contracts Managers, confirming locations, timeframes, and budgets.
Highlighting concerns over material lead times to Contracts Managers and Senior Management.
Identifying opportunities for new suppliers to maximise value, improve coverage, and reduce lead times.
Negotiating supplier terms, including pricing, rebates, and delivery charges.
Developing and reporting key buying metrics, preparing dashboards and graphs to show trends.
Contributing to the development of a robust stock management system.
Visiting other depots and offices as needed to review procurement requirements.

The Candidate

At least five years of experience in construction procurement.
Strong negotiation skills and technical knowledge or aptitude for construction.
Experience in implementing processes and managing change, with a solid understanding of LEAN principles.
Excellent relationship-building skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong organisation skills and confidence in managing multiple deadlines.
A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills.

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