Buyer (Projects)

Key Information

Reporting to: Head of Procurement
Start Date: Immediate
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 8am – 5pm
Probation Period: 3 months
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Job Location: Office Based(Dock St , London)

Scope

The Buyer will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the procurement function and will need to have excellent communication and negotiation skills, as well as a strong understanding of the market and the materials required for Projects. They will need to be highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively under pressure

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Skills

  • Ability to establish good relationships with internal and external team members.
  • Good levels of verbal and written communication skills.
  • A track record of building effective teams, forming positive and motivational relationships.
  • Research and reporting skills, able to review information and present it in an accessible way.
  • Ability to maintain accurate records and use a range of digital packages to communicate strategic and operational information.
  • Be a team player.
  • Have a polite telephone manner with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Have a flexible approach and adapt to change.
  • Be driven to deliver high quality work and succeed.
  • Have a strong attention to detail with high levels of accuracy.
  • Be confident and willing to use your initiative.

Knowledge

  • Degree/Diploma in Procurement or holder of CIPS Certification (E)
  • Proficient in the full Microsoft Office package
  • Good technical knowledge and understand of the Mechanical, Electrical and Domestic components
  • Hold a current CSCS / ECS Card.

Other

  • The ability to travel to a range of sites.
  • Appreciation that there might be out of hours working, agreed in advance.

Duties

  • Conducting market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers for materials required on projects.
  • Preparing and issuing purchase orders to approved suppliers.
  • Negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers to ensure best value for the company.
  • Maintaining accurate records of all purchases and liaising with the finance team to ensure timely payment of invoices.
  • Resolving any issues or disputes with suppliers in a timely and professional manner.
  • Developing and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure continuity and reliability of supply.
  • Working closely with the project teams to ensure materials are delivered on time and to the required specifications.
  • Continuously seeking opportunities to improve processes and reduce costs in the procurement function.
  • Support project teams, including those based at site, to comply with the full requirements of the Integrated Management System (IMS) and any additional client specifications within the scope of QSHE.
  • Ensure the company meets all variants of electrical accreditation requirements as requested by the Directors and Head of QSHE Compliance.
  • To audit and evidence company practices, delivering continuous improvement across the compliance functions, specifically through regular auditing of compliance to the electrical safe systems of work, relevant documentation held on the IMS and associated standards.
  • Act as a champion of compliance, reinforce health, safety and welfare at all times and support colleagues across the business to meet the standards expected.
  • To represent the company in a positive and professional way at all times.
  • To uphold all the values of the company at all times.

Equal Opportunities

East West Connect Ltd is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics.

This policy applies to all employment practices within the organisation, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship. East West Connect makes hiring decisions based on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time.

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