Buyer - Construction

Our client is a rapidly expanding civil engineering company that now requires a Buyer to join their busy team based at their Head Office in Greenford.

Job Purpose

The Buyer is responsible for acquiring goods, products, or services for the organization while ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery. This role involves supplier negotiations, market research, and inventory management to support the company's operations.

Authorities / Accountabilities

• Authority to evaluate, select, and approve suppliers or vendors based on criteria such as cost, quality, reliability, and compliance.
• Authorized to negotiate terms and conditions, including pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules, with suppliers to secure favourable agreements.
• Can issue purchase orders to suppliers, specifying the quantity, quality, and delivery requirements of goods or services.
• Accountable for negotiating and managing costs to ensure cost-effective procurement while maintaining product quality and supplier relationships.
• Responsible for ensuring that purchased goods or services meet quality standards and specifications through effective communication with suppliers and quality control processes.
• Responsible for staying informed about market trends, supplier capabilities, and changes in pricing to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Accountable for maintaining accurate records of procurement transactions, contracts, and communications with suppliers.
• Should identify and mitigate risks related to procurement, such as supply chain disruptions or supplier financial stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing and Procurement: Identify and evaluate potential suppliers and vendors. Request and review quotations, bids, and proposals. Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers to secure favourable contracts. Place purchase orders for goods or services.
• Market Research: Continuously monitor market trends, industry developments, and pricing fluctuations. Conduct supplier assessments to ensure reliability and quality. Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative sourcing strategies.
• Supplier Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors. Monitor supplier performance, including on-time delivery and quality. Address and resolve any supplier-related issues or disputes.
• Cost Analysis: Analyse pricing structures and cost breakdowns. Develop cost reduction strategies while maintaining quality standards.
• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure product or service quality. Address quality issues with suppliers and seek resolutions.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and manage contracts and agreements with suppliers. Ensure compliance with contract terms, including delivery schedules and pricing. Renew or renegotiate contracts as necessary.
• Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier communications. Prepare and maintain reports on procurement activities. Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. Run tenders, evaluate bids and make recommendations, based on commercial and technical factors.
• Any other duties the Company believes it can reasonably expect from you.

The Buyer plays a crucial role in a company's procurement and supply chain operations. Their primary responsibility is to source and purchase goods, products, or services at the best possible price and quality to meet the organization's needs.

If interested in applying for this exciting Buyer role, please forward your CV to Anna Maguire. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, occasionally due to the high volume of applications this cannot always be possible and we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates. We will keep your details on file and may contact you with future opportunities.