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Permanent opportunity for an Assistant Buyer to join a leading company based in Newport to support the delivery of the Procurement Strategy and Annual Procurement Plan by helping to run sourcing events, support contract management and drive value from supplier relationships.
Job Responsibility:
Support tender events, including data collection, market analysis, stakeholder identification, post-tender analysis and contributing to negotiations and award papers
Help implement new suppliers and processes following contract award to ensure a smooth transition into business-as-usual
Act as a first point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders on sourcing, contract and procurement system queries, including providing user guidance or training
Maintain an effective Approved Vendor List to ensure a suitable pool of competent, accredited suppliers in line with procurement policy
Support stakeholder compliance with procurement policies, procedures and processes, and contribute to the development and roll-out of any updates
Ensure accurate administration of records, contracts and related documentation, including vendor and framework order data
Assist with wider departmental tasks and procurement improvement initiatives as required
Requirements:
Broad procurement experience
Relevant degree and/or progress towards a professional procurement qualification (e.g. MCIPS)
Strong commercial awareness and relationship-building skills
Good understanding of procurement regulations, contract processes, procedures and best practice
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and organisational skills
Able to prioritise, multi-task and work under own initiative and as part of a team
An energetic, flexible, customer-focused individual who takes ownership of delivering against performance objectives