Senior Buyer

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

We're looking for a Senior Buyer – Capital Projects. Based at our Capenhurst site you'll deliver capital project procurement activities for the Urenco Group with responsibility for the development of project specific procurement strategies and the execution of strategic sourcing to meet business partner requirements, maximizing value for Urenco. You will also contribute to the performance of Urenco capital procurement by setting standards and developing best practice policies and procedures for capital project procurement activities.

At Urenco we're committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

What You'll Do

• Development and delivery of bespoke projects procurement strategies that meet project objectives. Maximise leverage opportunities with existing Urenco relationships, especially in relation to core process technology suppliers.
• Select contracting methodologies and suppliers, executing contracts to deliver the objectives of major/complex capital investment projects. Providing project management of the end to end strategic sourcing process and coordination of multidisciplinary project teams. Provide appropriate challenge to the status quo setting new expectations for value delivery/service performance of suppliers.
• Set negotiation strategies and undertake commercial and contractual negotiations with suppliers. Liaise with stakeholders and legal to ensure favourable commercial terms which mitigate business risk and achieve best business results.
• Plan and undertake supplier relationship and contract management to ensure service of suppliers meets their contractual obligations, and the value expected from a contract is fully delivered throughout the lifecycle. Liaise with and provide full lifecycle support to Contract Managers and other project team stakeholders as required to ensure project success and supplier performance meets expectations.
• Develop and maintain a real time view on the supply market and foster improved relationships between Urenco and key suppliers.

What do you need to thrive in this role?

• Degree (or equivalent)
• CIPS qualification (or equivalent)
• Previous Tactical Buying experience
• Experience with NEC3/NEC4 contracts is desirable; however, full training will be provided for the successful candidate.
• Experience in sourcing, negotiation, and management of spend categories
• A proven track record of working with senior stakeholders

What can you expect from us?

More Than Just a Job, We Offer a Future. More Than Just a Place To Work, We Provide An Opportunity To Prosper. As An Employee Of Urenco You Will Receive

• Annual leave starting at 25 days, which increases by one day for every two years of service up to a maximum of 30 days. In addition, you will accrue 13 additional days off to be used flexibly. There's also a newly added scheme for buying and selling holiday, up to 5 days.
• A diverse range of family friendly policies.
• A generous bonus scheme.
• A defined contribution pension scheme; with up to 16% employer's contribution.
• Single private medical and dental cover.
• Flexible benefits package; including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you'll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle and take advantage of tax and NI savings.
• Education and training; we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Security vetting

Due to the nature of the industry that Urenco operates in, all personnel regardless of employment status working for Urenco are required to obtain security clearance at the level required for their role. Security clearances are assessed in accordance with regulations and official guidance issued by the relevant competent authorities for national security vetting. In certain circumstances, additional enhanced security clearance considerations apply to roles within Urenco owing to the particular activities that the Urenco Group undertakes in relation to uranium enrichment. Successful candidates will need to satisfy security requirements, and all offers of appointment are made subject to the successful approval of all checks initiated.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.