Subcontracted Services Executive - Aylesbury, United Kingdom - Biffa Waste Services

Biffa Waste Services

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Aylesbury, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Changing The Way People Think About Waste.
At Biffa, we love working with waste.

Whether we're turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions.

It's a view that's shared by our people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that's always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.

And it's why we're the UK's No. 1 choice for business waste management.

Help make a difference as a
Subcontract Services Executive at our
Aylesbury Office - HP19 8DB.

_ This role does have a flexible approach to working from home and being in the office. _

A quick look at the role

The role of Subcontracted Services Executive is an administrative and support role and will be responsible for sourcing relevant suppliers to the subcontract team.

The job will also involve negotiating rates and costs with regards to Third Party suppliers, following invoice reconciliation processes and procedures ensuring that invoices are accurately matched to purchase orders, and other related subcontract activities.

This role is requires the incumbent to possess personal skills such as relationship management, strong communication skills and have a strong sense of customer focus, as they will need to liaise with all levels of Customers, as well as internal stakeholders such as Depots/Customer Services and Account Managers.

The job requires the ability to multi task situations that are live - requiring immediate attention and the ability to deliver a first class Customer Service.

Why it's an opportunity not to be wasted.

Sourcing suppliers and negotiate costs, as well as set up contracts and raise purchase orders.
Liaising with the Business Development Managers and Account Managers to ensure we meet the customers' needs and requirements throughout mobilisation.
Managing supplier escalations from the Account Management and Customer Services teams.
Accurate and timely reconciliation of supplier invoices.
Working closely with Accounts Payable team to ensure that suppliers' accounts run smoothly.

Requirements:

Person Specification:

Proven administration experience with a customer focussed attitude.
Ability to work in partnership with customers, peer groups and other organisations including suppliers.
Robust and resilient, able to absorb pressure and respond positively.
Experience of building and maintaining customer and colleague relationships.
Ability to work to a high level of accuracy and have a keen eye for detail.
Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrate a proactive and "cando" attitude.
Possess strong computer skills and have a good working knowledge of MS Office.

Benefits

And here's why you'll love it at Biffa.

Competitive salary
Ongoing career development, training and coaching because if you don't grow, we don't grow.
Generous pension scheme.
Medical and dental scheme.
Retail and leisure discounts.
Holiday and travel discounts.
Bike to work scheme.

Dedicated to diversity.

At Biffa we believe different ideas, perspective and backgrounds are key to developing a creative working environment that delivers real results.

It's why you'll find us championing diversity and equality at every turn.