Sourcing Event Buyer in Reading

AWE is recruiting for a Sourcing Event Buyer to work closely with the category management teams and be responsible for the administration of all on system sourcing events, inputting key information, facilitating gateway approvals and liaising with wider AWE teams and suppliers utilising the strategic sourcing solution, JAGGAER.

Please note, this is an 18-month fixed term contract.

Package: £37,910 to £45,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience).

Location: Reading, with free onsite parking.

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. There is an opportunity to take advantage of Hybrid working which is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis.

As a Sourcing Event Buyer, your role will be to work closely with the category management teams, uploading and processing sourcing event details into JAGGAER and administrating all on system activities through the full sourcing lifecycle, from issuing tenders to contract signing and mobilisation. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with the Commercial Transformation Programme team, helping to monitor system performance and identify and implement system & process improvement opportunities.

You will be trained to enable you to be the first point of contact (POC) for escalations in the sourcing event team and given opportunities to be involved in future training on process, systems and workflows within AWE, and will be supported so you can understand what is changing, what measures to put in place and how to be prepared to support the team.

You will be accountable for:

• Apply expert knowledge to manage all buying activities, including complex orders, ensuring requirements are met and issues resolved promptly.
• Provide required reports to SEMT leadership and identify opportunities for simplified reporting.
• Deliver Service Centre reporting within the assigned Tower structure.
• Manage designated supplier relationships.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal SCM and stakeholders to ensure compliance with processes and timely order placement.
• Actively seek learning and development opportunities. Provide training, mentoring and coaching to other SEMT members.

We are ideally seeking individuals with an understanding of procurement and experience of conducting source to contract activities. You should have excellent communication skills, be comfortable dealing with stakeholders at all levels and have an enthusiastic can-do attitude. Experience of using online sourcing software (i.e. JAGGAER or another eSourcing system) would be beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided. A proactive approach to problem solving is essential.

Whilst not to be considered a tick list, it would be advantageous for you to have experience in some of the following:

• Experience of using JAGGAER or a similar online eSourcing platform.
• Experience of the Source to Contract process.
• An understanding of wider supply chain processes.
• Knowledge of procurement strategies and how they are used.
• Working closely as a team member being an effective team collaborator.
• Planning and prioritising workload.
• Accuracy in data entry and attention to detail.
• Experience working in a procurement or customer services environment.

Work hard, be rewarded:

We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:

• 9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
• Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically 2-3 days onsite per week.

Next steps: Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.

Important things you need to know:

• We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.

Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us. If you’re looking for a role with excitement, intrigue and something that really makes a difference then now is the time to join AWE.