Buyer

PURPOSE * Deliver the procurement process at Divisional Level for purchase ledger purchases, materials, plant hire and non-contract related expenditure. KEY ACCOUNTABILIES * Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary for the effective performance of the role. * Comply with Company rules, policies and procedures at all times. * Carry out any other reasonable tasks which may be required from time to time and to enable the company to remain adaptable to changing markets and needs. * Liaise closely with the Central Procurement lead/Regional Buyer to ensure that Procurement Policy and Procedures are followed at local level and recommendations for improvement and innovation are communicated effectively. * Liaison with Site and Management Teams to determine material requirements and delivery schedules * Generation and accurate utilization of procurement and system management tools * Placement of material purchase orders as required in conjunction with the Regional Buyer * Provide job support/cover for the Plant Administrator, placement of Plant Hire Orders as required * Establishment and maintenance of relationships with suppliers to maximize the profitability of the business and to ensure that the businesses objectives are achieved * Provision of professional and service driven assistance to all divisions of the Water Business ensuring that material/plant hire orders are expedited effectively * Develop effective working relationships with Group Accounts Teams/Procurement Business partner to ensure effective processing of good receipt documentation and closing out invoice queries * Actively support management and site teams and offer a personal and dedicated approach to procurement solutions * Liaise with estimating/design/site teams ensuring accurate material/hire costs are utilized at tender stage * Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary to effectively undertake the role * Comply with Company rules, policies and procedures at all times * Carry our any other reasonable task required to enable the Company to meet its targets and objectives SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE * Appropriate IT skills including the use of company software packages * Commercial and financial awareness * Excellent communication skills * Time management skills * Decision making and problem-solving ability within the extent of personal responsibility * Work effectively within the Procurement Team BEHAVIOURS * Role model the values of the Group – Trust & Integrity, Quality, Talent, Respect and Reliability – in all activities and interactions with employees, clients and stakeholders * Display assertiveness and persistence by reacting positively to set-backs * Work as part of a team by showing respect, support and consideration for the views and actions of colleagues and others * Focusing on results for the business including strategic awareness (seeing opportunities for commercial gain) * Effective thinking and decision making/problem-solving * Presenting information and arguments convincingly and persuasively * Taking a personal pride in achievements and giving recognition to others for their part