Equipment Procurer - Swindon, United Kingdom - Acorn Recruitment And Training

Acorn Recruitment And Training

Verified Company

Swindon, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

Acorn is currently seeking an experienced Buyer on behalf of their client, a global, leading organisation. This role will be part working from home and part office-based, near Swindon.

Responsibilities:

To lead, manage and deliver the procurement requirements of the business
To lead and manage the delivery of a competitive supply chain through strategic and operational procurement
To lead and manage the procurement team and department, with commercial and operational benefits being a key objective
Ensure the integrity and compliance with internal systems, processes and procedures
Actively ensure the department and team maintains appropriate liaison with internal stakeholders with the key objective of maintaining a proactive approach
Ensure the continuity and expansion of the supply chain whilst maintaining competitive price solutions with the key objective of increased profitability

Key activities:

Select suitable suppliers, prepare and issue enquiries, carry out quotation analysis and evaluation both on a project specific basis and longer term strategic framework agreements for both material / equipment suppliers and subcontractors
Negotiate and agree contracts for both goods and services in line with budget requirements
Negotiate and agree rebate contracts with key suppliers
Support and assist Project Quantity Surveyors in the selection and appointment of project specific labour teams and subcontractors
Advise and liaise with estimators to ensure current cost information is communicated at bid stage and assist with obtaining competitive project specific quotes for goods and services
Ensure the procurement process is managed to facilitate project programmes
Attend internal meetings to support the delivery of projects in line with budget and programme requirements
Manage and coordinate the procurement and delivery of equipment on turnkey and key account projects
Report on price variants, target delivery performance and supplier service levels
Develop, maintain and improve supplier relationships and agreements
Quantify and produce schedules of materials and goods requirements from drawings and specifications
Undertake continuous monitoring and evaluation of the supply chain on both a regional and national basis, taking necessary actions to rationalise/expand the data base of suppliers
Ensure that all suppliers and subcontractors are evaluated in line with company health & safety and competency requirements
Manage, support and mentor the procurement team to ensure efficiency of the department