Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer

Full-Time 45000 - 55000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Design Services Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage procurement and contracts for exciting projects across various sectors.
  • Company: Dynamic client based in Manchester with a focus on professional services.
  • Benefits: Negotiable hourly rate, flexible working arrangements, and career development opportunities.
  • Other info: Join a collaborative team and grow your career in a thriving environment.
  • Why this job: Take ownership of impactful projects and enhance your procurement expertise.
  • Qualifications: Experience in procurement, contract management, and knowledge of NEC4 PSC.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 Β£ per year.

Our client is currently looking for a Senior Buyer to be based out of their Manchester offices, the role will be working Inside IR35 offering a negotiable hourly rate. The position will be working across a large portfolio of projects across multiple sectors. Candidates will have to be eligible for gaining BPSS clearance at a minimum due to some projects the client works on.

This role will require candidates to take ownership of the end-to-end procurement and management of professional service agreements, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and strong supplier performance is always carried out. This role will have candidates managing the full lifecycle of bids, drafting, negotiating, and administering contracts.

The client is looking for candidates that have experience and working knowledge of UK model forms of contract, in particular NEC4 PSC, as well as experience advising on procurement practices and good contract management. Candidates with significant experience in procurement or supply chain roles within construction or engineering are favourable, as well as having experience drafting, negotiating, and administering contracts.

Candidates must have the right to work established within the UK.

Senior Buyer employer: Design Services Ltd

Our client offers a dynamic and supportive work environment in Manchester, where the role of Senior Buyer allows for significant professional growth and development. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, employees are encouraged to take ownership of their projects while benefiting from competitive remuneration and a strong emphasis on compliance and supplier performance. The company values its workforce, providing opportunities to work across diverse sectors and engage in meaningful procurement practices that make a real impact.

Design Services Ltd

Contact Details:

Design Services Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Buyer

End to End Procurement
Supplier Performance Management
Contract Drafting
Contract Negotiation
Contract Administration
UK Model Forms of Contract
NEC4 PSC