Junior Buyer - Warwick, United Kingdom - Calor Gas Ltd

Calor Gas Ltd

Verified Company

Warwick, United Kingdom

1 week ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job no: 507094

Work type:
Permanent full-time

Location:
Warwick

Categories:
Finance

Junior Buyer

Location:
Warwick - Tachbrook Park

Are you ready to dive into the world of procurement and contribute to our dynamic team? We're excited to invite a proactive and motivated Junior Buyer to join us on our journey of procurement excellence.

What We're Looking For:

Educated to a bachelor's degree desirable but not essential
CIPS qualified or equal through 1+ years of Procurement experience
Knowledge of procurement activities, including tactical sourcing with demonstrable successes achieved
Great knowledge of Procurement / ERP systems and processes, including creation of purchase orders. Experience in SAP and/or Ariba would be preferable
Experience of tracking of KPIs and orders follow up
Demonstrates good interpersonal, and communication skills to multiple levels of the organisation

What You'll Do:

Collaborate closely with stakeholders and Senior Buyers to uncover sourcing opportunities and define business requirements for tactical spend procurement.
Execute tactical sourcing activities following industry best practices, including eauctions and tenders.
Engage in negotiations for contracts and manage the execution of agreements in collaboration with the legal department.
Aid the Procurement Excellence team in tracking targets, market trends, and organizational behaviours.
Take charge of operational tasks such as data management, project activities, and spend monitoring.
Issue purchase orders, oversee nondelivered orders, and manage price and information changes.
Provide procurement operational support to internal stakeholders and ensure accurate data maintenance in the system.

About You:

Demonstrate knowledge in tactical procurement and track progress.
Showcase resultsdriven, commercial, and effective communication skills.
Uphold organisational principles with utmost integrity.
Possess a strong understanding of procurement systems, KPIs, and processes.
Display analytical prowess, organisational skills, and a selfdriven problemsolving mindset.
Adapt and respond promptly to evolving situations.

The benefits you will receive being part of our team:

Generous Leave: We understand the importance of work-life balance, and that's why we offer 25 days of annual leave for you to use at your discretion, in addition to Bank Holidays. Take the time you need to recharge and spend quality moments with your loved ones.

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Holiday Purchase Scheme: Need some extra time off? Our holiday purchase scheme allows you to buy additional holiday days, providing the flexibility to cater to your personal needs and preferences.
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Private Medical Insurance: Your health and well-being matter to us. We provide private medical insurance to ensure you have access to quality healthcare when you need it most.
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Company Pension Scheme: We care about your future, and our company pension scheme helps you plan for a financially secure retirement, so you can enjoy peace of mind.
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Retailer Discounts and Cashback Offers: We believe in adding little joys to your everyday life. Enjoy exclusive perks with discounts, cashback, and special offers from major retailers.

At Calor, we foster a supportive and inclusive work culture, valuing each team member's contributions.

You'll find exciting challenges and continuous opportunities for growth and professional development, empowering you to reach new heights in your career.

Are you ready to embark on this fulfilling journey with us? and become part of a team that takes immense pride in delivering exceptional service to our valued customers.

Advertised: 30 Aug 2023 GMT Daylight Time

Applications close: 15 Sep 2023 GMT Daylight Time