Senior Buyer - Craigavon, United Kingdom - OBIN Specialist Joinery

OBIN Specialist Joinery
OBIN Specialist Joinery
Verified Company
Craigavon, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Key Responsibilities:


  • Develop and implement a procurement strategy to ensure cost savings and supplier performance targets are met.
  • Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and CAD technicians to determine the procurement needs for each construction project.
  • Obtain quotes and prices from subcontractors & suppliers.
  • Evaluate supplier quality and negotiate pricing to deliver cost savings.
  • Place orders and monitor purchased items' lead times to ensure timely delivery of all items.
  • Identify potential suppliers and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers.
  • Prepare and manage requests for quotations from estimating for the tender process.
  • Monitor inventory levels, track material usage, and forecast procurement needs.
  • Work closely with the finance department to reconcile purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
  • Implement and maintain a centralized procurement database, ensuring accurate and uptodate records of suppliers, contracts, and pricing agreements.
  • Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and changes in regulations that may impact procurement activities.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A relevant professional certification (e.g., Certified Professional in Supply Management, Certified Purchasing Manager) is a plus.
  • Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager or in a similar procurement role within the construction industry.
  • Strong knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and services, as well as supplier networks and market dynamics.
  • Demonstrated negotiation and contract management skills.
  • Proficient in procurement software and tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities.
  • Detailoriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Benefits:


  • Additional leave
  • Casual dress
  • Flexitime
  • Onsite parking
  • Sick pay

Schedule:

  • Flexitime
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Craigavon: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person
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