Job Description

Buyer

Department: Supply Chain

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Lee-on-the-Solent

• Employment type: Permanent
• Salary: £27,700 - £32,000
• Standard Hours: Flexible start / 40 hours per week
• Location: Lee-on-the-Solent or Isle of Wight (Bembridge)

• Requests for information (RFI)
• Request for Proposal (RFP)
• Request for Quote (RFQ)
• Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA)
• Letters of Intent (LOI) and Memorandums of Understanding (MOU)

Key Responsibilities

• The processing of authorised purchase requisitions and the placement of Purchase orders, non-purchase order commitments and use of a company Credit card with suppliers and service providers.
• Identify the Categories of Indirect and Overhead spend using supporting spend data, ensuring there is clarity and visibility of all expenditure.
• Develop sourcing strategies jointly with the Head of Supply Chain.
• Contribution to the functional and cost reduction objectives
• Quantitative and qualitative evaluation and validation of tender responses to ensure bid and requirements are met.
• Negotiating and executing robust supplier contractual frameworks with consistent terms and favourable conditions, that meet the business needs.
• Work with the Finance team to ensure company controls are met in regard to all CAPEX expenditure, including the preparation of the CAR in line with the capital expenditure policy, used for both Tangible and Intangible expenditure.
• Effective engagement and communication with internal customers and stakeholders.
• Develop supplier relationships.
• Preparation of Monthly reporting.
• Support the business with all ad-hoc business requirements.
• Liaison with the Finance team and / or Suppliers in relation to all Invoice Queries or issues including management of Pro-forma invoices.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Previous experience of working in an Indirect Procurement function (non-core spend) with practical knowledge in the raising and the management of purchase orders and purchasing commitments.
• Practical experience in working with indirect suppliers and taking the lead in sourcing suitable cost effective suppliers of services and products.
• Attention to detail with a positive attitude and a strong focus of delivery.
• Self-disciplined and motivated, experience of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates flexibility in moving between tasks and is dedicated to the task, seeing it through to completion
• Reliable, follows direction from managers and respect policies and procedures
• Ability to identify potential areas of difficulty, the causes and proactively provide solutions whilst keeping team and manager informed.
• Excellent organisational skills with proven ability to manage time effectively
• Capable of effective communication with team members, suppliers and stakeholders
• Desirable degree level or other further education
• Membership of CIPS / CIPS Level 2 or currently studying towards CIPS

Benefits

• 36 annual leave days (inclusive of Bank and Public Holidays)
• Contributory pension scheme with a salary sacrifice option
• Private healthcare scheme
• Flu vaccination
• Dental and optical cover
• Employee Assistance Program
• Support with learning and professional development (courses and licenses)
• Health screening and therapies
• Digital GP
• Referral bonus