Salary: Negotiable (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Blyth
Hours: Full Time
To manage the timely, cost-effective procurement of goods and services for large projects, marine operations and assets. The Buyer owns assigned purchasing requirements from requisition to delivery and close-out, applying sound commercial judgement, proactive supplier management and an understanding of international project requirements.
Key responsibilities
- Sourcing and supplier selection
- Manage assigned requisitions through sourcing, RFQ, evaluation, negotiation, purchase order placement, delivery and close-out
- Identify and engage suitable UK and international suppliers, including in-country sources near project operations
- Obtain competitive quotations and assess total delivered cost, lead time, technical suitability and supply risk
- Purchasing and purchase order management
- Work with Engineering, Projects, Operations and Assets to clarify specifications, drawings, quantities and delivery priorities
- Purchase engineering materials, equipment, spares, fabrications, consumables and specialist services in line with approved requirements
- Issue accurate purchase orders covering scope, pricing, delivery dates, destination, Incoterms and applicable terms; manage amendments and extensions
- Expediting and delivery
- Expedite orders proactively, verify acknowledgements, monitor progress and resolve or elevate potential delivery failures early
- Coordinate with Logistics, Stores and Finance on transport, goods receipt, documentation, invoice discrepancies and order closure
- Consider cross-border supply implications and refer customs, tax or regulatory matters to appropriate specialists
- Records, compliance and supplier relationships
- Maintain accurate ERP records, procurement trackers and supplier communications; comply with delegated authorities and company procedures
- Build productive supplier relationships, address performance issues and contribute practical improvements to procurement processes
Requirements
- Practical buying experience in an engineering, manufacturing, construction, marine or similar technical environment
- Ability to independently manage RFQs, supplier selection, negotiation, PO placement and delivery follow-up
- Commercial awareness and confidence challenging price, lead time and sourcing options
- Ability to work with technical specifications and communicate effectively with engineering and operational teams
- Organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple urgent priorities
- Competence with ERP/purchasing systems and Microsoft Office
- Experience of procurement within offshore energy, subsea, marine operations or vessel mobilisation is desirable
- Knowledge of international/in-country sourcing, Incoterms and cross-border delivery arrangements is desirable
- CIPS qualification or equivalent professional development is desirable but not essential
- Accountable, commercially minded and adaptable under pressure, with clear communication skills and a collaborative approach
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Buyer in Blyth employer: Imperial Recruitment Group
As a leading large manufacturer in Runcorn, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment where HR Advisors can thrive. Our flexible working hours and commitment to employee development ensure that you will have the opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to meaningful HR initiatives. Join us to be part of a collaborative culture that values your expertise and encourages positive employee relations.
Contact Details:
Imperial Recruitment Group Recruitment Team
