Buyer - Bristol, United Kingdom - Brite Services

Brite Services

Verified Company

Bristol, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

Buyer, Bristol-6 month contract, salary dep on exp, £39,229 - £44,367

Our client is a well-established, award winning electrical distribution network operator who are part of the larges electricity transmission and distribution businesses in the UK.As a national business, they pride themselves on their first class reputationfor network reliability and business efficiency, receiving the Government's Charter Mark scheme accolade every year.

You can be proud to join a company who work to ensure everyone can haveclean, affordable energy, well into the future.

Experience in buying, procurement, is highly advantageous, but not absolutely essential, however the salary will be dependant on experience and qualifications, for example a qualified Buyer, ie CIPS qualified, could expect the top end of the salary range.

Main Responsibilities of the Buyer

Developing a strategy with the Contract Owner to deliver products and services that support the main business objectives
Issuing and evaluating tenders, complying with all Procurement Policies and EU Regulatory requirements
Negotiating with Suppliers to obtain the most advantageous terms & conditions and value for money while ensuring optimum quality in contract performance
Making recommendations to the Contract Owner and Senior Buyer in order to award contracts in line with Company Policy
Facilitating regular contract review meetings with Suppliers and Contract Owners to manage the ongoing contract management and address any issues arising
Maintaining and updating the Contract Management software system in order to deliver quality management reports

Requirements of the Buyer

You will have strong negotiating, organisational and analytical skills and be able to communicate proficiently with key stakeholders at all levels.

You must have the ability to use your own initiative as well as working within a wider team.