Buyer (Castledawson)

VANRATH have partnered with leader in the building service industry.

This is a fantastic opportunity for any buying experienced individual to join a longstanding company that offers many routes for progression.

Salary

£Competitive package (depending on experience) plus a fantastic benefits package.

Responsibilities

Pre-contract

• Assist Estimating with supplier quotes for bids
• Negotiate and procure materials for cost, quality, and delivery goals
• Issue subcontractor contracts and orders

Post Contract

• Create procurement schedules aligned with Project Teams
• Ensure materials procurement meets project targets
• Appoint Subcontractors and negotiate terms
• Manage supplier lead times for operational efficiency
• Drive strategic purchasing opportunities
• Forecast materials usage and budgets
• Maintain product library

Supply Chain Management

• Assist with onboarding supply chain partners.
• Manage supplier price updates and preferred lists
• Monitor supplier value, rebates, and terms
• Maintain Supplier and Subcontractor KPI Database

General

• Maintain procurement records
• Manage transport and plant resources
• Oversee stores management and control
• Resolve invoice queries
• Provide costing info to Accounts
• Maintain IMS requirements and policies
• Other duties as required

General skills and experience required

• Must have experience in a similar role
• Experience in the Construction industry is desirable
• CIPS qualification desirable
• Good negotiation and influencing skills
• Strong communication with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships and Excellent time management skills
• Strong numeracy and analytic ability
• Self-motivated, energetic and value driven
• Ability to manage high volume of work in a fast passed environment

Recent Feedback from our candidates:

''I found Vanrath very professional from the off, they took the time to understand my background and experience only putting me forward for Jobs, that were suitable both with respect to my experience and abilities as well as my intended career direction.''

''VANRATH were extremely supportive throughout the recruitment process and answered any queries I had, whilst keeping me informed of progress the entire time. This provided me with more confidence going into the interviews and helped me to secure my new role. Highly recommend!''

''Had a brilliant experience with Vanrath, after having used many other recruiters in the past VANRATH really listened to what type of role I wanted and made the whole process very smooth and easy!''