Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Project Buyer to join a prestigious manufacturing organization based near Hinckley. You will be responsible for effective procurement bid and project support aligned to the overall functional and business strategy.
You will be responsible for:

• Support the Project Procurement Manager to deliver a professional procurement service underpinned by effective stakeholder engagement
• Ensure the early involvement and integration of the procurement function at the bid phase
• Align with Bid Managers through developing effective procurement strategies that fully capture client requirements
• Negotiate with suppliers to ensure that optimum value is delivered for both the bids and projects teams
• Regularly review supply market intelligence and report out on developments to key stakeholders
• Responsible for all tendering activities with suppliers and to establish framework terms where applicable
• Develop the Supplier Management activities within the business through an effective SRM programme
• Adopt a continuous improvement mind-set and seek out opportunities to increase procurement efficiency
• Ensure that supplier risk management activities are undertaken to deliver continuity of supply
• Manage functional operational requirements to ensure that a timely procurement service is delivered to the business
• Adhere to all internal reporting mechanisms that are underpinned by supply chain's functional KPIs

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

MCIPS qualified or studying towards is preferred. Experience of working with cross functional teams in a Bid & Project Management environment. Must have excellent communication skills at all levels as well as a collaboration mindset. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Packages including Excel, Word, Outlook & PowerPoint. Good analytical skills and detail focused.