Technical Buyer
Posted 14/05/2024 by PSR Solutions
Our client is one of Europe's leading infrastructure contractors, specialising in the Engineering, Construction, Financing & Asset Management of major international infrastructure projects.
Over the last couple of years, they have relocated their Head Office to London and are recruiting for a Technical Buyer, to work alongside and assist the Procurement, Finance and Project teams who are delivering multi £000,000 infrastructure projects.
Procurement Technical Buyer (Operational) roles and responsibilities:
Reporting directly into the Global Procurement Manager, you will have previous experience within the following areas (UK or International):
- Overseeing the progress of RFQs/RFPs (Request for Quotation / Request for Proposal) processes, ensuring project advancement by holding regular update meetings and following up with key suppliers and stakeholders.
- Resolving any issues arising during procurement phases to maintain tight schedules and adhere to budget levels.
- Managing the Procurement Control Board (PCB), ensuring attendance records are updated and materials are delivered to the job site promptly and in optimal condition.
- Identifying and reporting non-conformity issues to management promptly.
- Collaborating with suppliers' payment control to facilitate the timely payment of outstanding sales invoices.
- Assisting in receiving, processing, and verifying all invoices related to payables.
- Coordinating resources effectively to meet administrative and operational needs while adhering to budgetary guidelines and fulfilling quality and schedule demands.
Types of Projects you will be interfacing with as the Technical Buyer:
- Highways
- Highspeed Rail
- Hydro Electric
- Water Treatment
Procurement Technical Buyer (Operational) requirements:
- MCIPS or equivalent is desirable, including 'working towards'.
- Degree qualified within a relevant area (purchasing/procurement, engineering or constructions) &/or CIPS Level 4+.
- IT literate and proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office packages and Procurement software.
- Strong people skills with the ability to liaise with all levels of personnel.
- Strong influencing and negotiating skills.
- UK or International Construction/Engineering industry background, with Mega/Major project experience an advantage.
- Fluent in Spanish or French would be an advantage but not essential.
Procurement Technical Buyer (Operational) Benefits:
- Opportunity to work for one of Europe's leading infrastructure contractors, on Major International Mega projects.
- Negotiable salary, circa £55,000 + excellent package
- Excellent benefits including: Travel Allowance, Company Pension (contributory), 25 days Holiday + stat, Income Protection, Bupa Private Medical & Dental Plan, Gym Subsidy, Lunch allowance, Free breakfast, snacks and drinks.
- Central London based, with flexible start and finish times to suit personal circumstances, and 1-day flexible wfh.
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- Type:
- Permanent
- Start Date:
- Immediate
- Contract Length:
- N/A
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- Job Reference:
- V195866_1715681168
- Job ID:
- 221648085
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