Buyer

Buyer

Location: Bristol

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 + excellent company benefits

You must be either SC Cleared or eligible for an SC clearance to be taken

We are currently working with one of our Defence clients who are looking to take on a number of experienced Buyers within Medical, Food and General Supplies (building services).

We are looking for Buyers who are proactive and are higher performers, there is no line management involved in these roles.

You will be required to deliver a Cost Base Reduction (CBR) committed to the Authority through the development of a cost-effective, commercially driven supply base, and meets the requirements for Governance and availability.

Requirements:

• 5 years’ experience in a relevant Purchasing / Supply Chain environment.
• Ideally educated to HND / Degree Level Qualification in relevant subject, MCIPS qualified or working towards, or equivalent qualification.
• Professional and Ethical in Approach.
• Proven ability to persuade, influence and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent Communicator at all Levels across all Media.
• Good Understanding of Supply Chain Management and Procurement, including Best Practise Purchasing and Sourcing Tools and Techniques.
• MS Office.