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FM Conway is currently recruiting an experienced Buyer to join our Procurement team. As our Buyer, you will focus on targeting key spend areas across the business and raise tenders to suppliers to reduce costs. You will actively seek new supply chain partners from both the UK and overseas as well as report and monitor spend trends. This is a 9-12 month, fixed-term contract based out of our Head Office in Sevenoaks, Kent.
Job Responsibility:
Raising and Implementing Supply Chain agreements to new and existing suppliers/subcontractors whilst managing our existing supply chain database
Liaising with different divisions within the business to assist in reducing costs and ensuring the company is buying at the most competitive rates available
Producing system reports and monitoring the status/value of procurement liability for the business
Negotiating fixed rate deals with suppliers in order to obtain the most suitable and cost-effective options for the company
Negotiating at tender stage, right through to procuring for projects
Drafting, preparing and presenting monthly spend reports to the main board of directors
Requirements:
Previous experience in a commercially focussed organisation
Ability to demonstrate appropriate use of quality, risk and health and safety procedures
Excellent communication skills
Ability to manage relationships at all levels in the organisation
What we offer:
Career and professional development
23 days holiday plus bank holidays
Company pension
Life assurance
Opportunities for internal and external training
Access to a wide range of shopping discounts through our Rewarding Great People platform
24-hour advice lines
Support from our in-house mental health first aiders