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Anabas is a dynamic, national Facilities Management company dedicated to delivering exceptional workplace experiences for corporate office occupiers across the UK. We pride ourselves on service excellence, strong client relationships, and creating environments where people can thrive. We are currently looking for Buyer to join our team at our support center office in Darlington DL1 4WD - Working Monday to Friday 40 hours a week in this permanent role. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a structured FM procurement role with real category exposure, particularly across M&E goods and services. The role offers hands-on experience in supplier management, sourcing support and cost analysis within a developing procurement function.
Job Responsibility
Take ownership of defined FM categories, including selected M&E goods and services
Review current and forecast spend across assigned categories
Identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improved value
Support stakeholder discussions to understand operational requirements and demand
Review existing suppliers on the Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for performance, suitability and coverage
Support rationalisation and improvement of the supplier base
Assist in identifying and evaluating new suppliers
Support supplier onboarding in line with procurement governance
Support RFQs, pricing exercises and tender activity
Collate and compare supplier quotations and proposals
Assist with benchmarking and basic market analysis
Help assess supplier capability, pricing structures and service offerings
Support cost analysis activity across FM and M&E categories
Assist in identifying cost-saving and cost-control opportunities
Help maintain pricing consistency across suppliers and contracts
Contribute to savings tracking and reporting
Support the implementation and use of supplier frameworks
Assist in maintaining structured pricing and service agreements
Help track rebate arrangements where applicable
Support contract documentation and agreement control
Ensure procurement activity follows internal policies and procedures
Maintain accurate records of sourcing activity, approvals and supplier data
Support compliance and due diligence checks for suppliers
Assist in maintaining procurement system accuracy
Work closely with operational and FM teams to support day-to-day requirements
Provide guidance on approved suppliers and procurement routes
Support consistent and compliant procurement practices across the business
Requirements
Experience in a Buyer, Junior Buyer or Procurement Support role required
Exposure to FM services or M&E supply chains is beneficial
Ideally, you will hold or be working towards a CIPS qualification and have experience using MRP/ERP systems
Strong understanding of procurement or purchasing processes
Good numerical and analytical ability
Good attention to detail and structured working style
Confident communication skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Proactive and willing to take ownership of defined categories
Strong attention to detail and process discipline
Eager to learn and develop within procurement
Reliable, organised and able to manage multiple priorities
Positive, practical, and solutions-focused approach