At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage buying queries and ensure timely procurement of materials and services.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in Northallerton for a 3-month maternity cover contract.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience and enhance your professional skills in a supportive environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to develop relationships with suppliers and improve your market research skills.
- Why this job: Be the key contact for suppliers and make a real impact on business operations.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and experience in procurement or buying roles.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Our client in Northallerton is looking for an experienced Buyer to act as a point of contact for all buying queries from internal and external stakeholders. This is a 3-month contract to cover maternity leave.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver value for money solutions
- Process requisitions and purchase orders to ensure timely issue to suppliers
- Source new suppliers ensuring compliance with the Procurement and Contract Procedure Rules
- Ensure continuous supply of required materials, plant and services and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operation
- Collate management information and monitor/report suppliers and subcontractors performance through agreed KPIs
- Maintain a professional and consistent approach in relation to all supplier relationships
Skills and Experience
- Strong organisational and task prioritisation skills
- Experience of participation in departmental/organisational/external meetings
- Resolving invoice queries which conflict with purchase order details
- Completing new vendor on-boarding documents
- Market research to identify new products and suppliers
Buyer employer: Baker Harding
Our client in Northallerton offers a dynamic work environment where collaboration and innovation are at the forefront. As a Buyer, you will benefit from a supportive culture that values professional growth and development, alongside competitive remuneration and flexible working arrangements. This role not only provides an opportunity to enhance your procurement skills but also allows you to make a meaningful impact within the organisation during your contract period.
