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Job Title: Interim Senior BuyerLocation: Birmingham - Hybrid (3 days on-site initially)Working Hours: 37.5 per weekUmbrella Day Rate: £220 Duration: 3 months Are you an experienced Purchasing and Procurement professional? Are you immediately available? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a keen commercial mindset? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
About the Role:In this role, you will play a key role in supporting the Purchasing Manager with all aspects of the Purchasing and Sales Support function. You will liaise with suppliers and internal teams, manage multi-vendor IT requirements, and maintain accurate order status information. This role is crucial for ensuring smooth procurement operations and delivering exceptional support to the technical and sales teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process 3rd party and managed service purchase requirements.
- Maintain and deliver accurate order status information to sales teams and end users.
- Invoice orders and reconcile pricing, ensuring accurate documentation for audits.
- Handle supplier, customer, and internal team queries efficiently.
- Use online supplier portals to offer discounted pricing and financing options.
- Manage internal hardware and software contracts, including renewals.
- Work closely with internal teams to maintain contract renewal and asset databases.
- Consolidate contracts and vendor renewals for cost efficiency and ease of administration.
Skills and Experience:Essential:
- Accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
- Articulate with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Commercial mindset with a strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
- Self-starter with high drive and commitment.
- Flexible and able to prioritise tasks efficiently.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of sales procedures and multi-vendor contract management.
- Experience in an MSP/IT environment.
