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Senior Buyer

Amentum

Location:
United Kingdom , Bristol

Category:
Purchasing

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Job Description:

We are currently seeking a Senior Buyer to join our team in Bristol (Hybrid working with an expectation of at least one day a week in the office).

Job Responsibility:

Development of bid lists and assembling of Requests for Quotations (RFQ's) and Managing the RFQ process in line with procurement procedures
Evaluating bidder responses to the RFQ document
Making shortlist recommendations to the Supply Chain Manager and operational teams highlighting distinguishing factors and risks between the different suppliers and the rationale behind recommendations
Conducting final negotiations with the preferred supplier(s) and preparing (sub)contracts / purchase orders in compliance with the governance procedures
Monitoring supplier performance and managing claims/change orders
Reviewing invoices for accuracy
Liaising with the operational team to assist with the resolution of supply issues
Where appropriate, establish long term supplier relationships focusing on value for money, service & product quality and continuous improvement to drive competitive advantage for the business

Requirements:

Proven capability of working within a procurement team carrying out procurement activities including negotiation, production of (sub)contracts/purchase orders documents and process compliance
Extensive knowledge of commercial procurement laws and standards as they relate to amentum's operations management and operational delivery
Communications: has excellent communications and writing skills. Is able to effectively author contractual commitment documents, as well as internal and external communications
Systems: uses computer in support of supply management including supply management software (Oracle / SAP etc) and MS Office software including the use of excel or other tool to carry out basic data analysis
Three (3) to five (5) years experience in supply management or related fields preferably in an R&D / specialist laboratory type setting

Nice to have:

MCIPS / MRICS desirable
Working knowledge of NEC contracts desirable

What we offer:

free single medical cover and digital GP service
family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay
free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes
reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 05, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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