Job description
Buyer or Senior Buyer - Groundwork subcontractor - Cheshire area - Please call me on 0161 832 7577 If you want to apply my email address is
My client, based in Cheshire have a requirement for either a Buyer or Senior Buyer to work in their Cheshire office. This is a permanent position.
This client work within the following sectors
- Excavation
- Groundworks,
- Civil Engineering
- Earthworks
The Role
Work within all sectors plant, labour and materials.
Create, maintain and manage a register of requisitions/orders which will be kept up to date at all times;
Support the Deputy Project Manager for follow up orders/contract from the placement until delivery on site.
Analyse sub-contractor, plant hire and supplier reliability and value for money. Prepare reports to maximise efficiencies
Support the Deputy Project Manager and if required to lead the management and administration of the suppliers contracts.
Working with the Senior Procurement Manager and the Deputy Project Manager to implement the Procurement Strategy
Assist Commercial, Project and Site Managers with procurement functions
Ensure compliance with the company and Client`s procurement procedures
Ensure materials are provided on time and to budget
From the requisition, tracking all inputs required to the formulate of a Purchase Order ensuring that potential delays are escalated at the earliest possible opportunity
Ensure health and safety compliance, including materials storage
Issue a copy of the Purchase Order to the individual who raises the requisition
Ensuring that requisitions are processed in accordance with the Delegated Authority Matrix
Ensure that accurate and logical quotation comparisons are produced
Liaison with other departments
Required Experience
Previous experience within /Civil Engineering or Construction
Previous experience as a Sub Contract buyer
Ability to adapt to complex project organisations within new environment
Excellent communication skills
Employer Description
My client is one of the World`s leading Construction companies.
A minimum of 5 years` buying experience with a leading Civil Engineering Contractor
Ideally major projects experience
A current CSCS Card and preferably a valid First Aid Certificate
Skills and Experience
Background in construction with extensive civil engineering knowledge
Buyer or procurement experience with solid negotiation skills
Highly organised with ability to work autonomously
Aptitude for figures with an ability to manage and exceed budgets
Ability to prioritise tasks, manage time and work with innovation to deliver timely, cost effective solutions
An aptitude to learn with a drive for self-developments
Salary
£30,000 - £45,000
Car allowance
Pension
Alexandra Smith at AndersElite is a specialist civil engineering and building recruitment consultant
To register your interest in this excellent career opportunity, please submit your most recent CV to myself or call me if you have any questions on 07980 006 436 for a confidential discussion
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