Buyer

Carry out all aspects of the procurement process in accordance with Robertson Group Procurement and Supply Chain Management Strategy, under the guidance and supervision of the Head of Strategic Procurement in relation to the following:

• Preparation of request for proposals and quotations utilising suppliers from the appropriate company Approved Suppliers Database
• Compilation of data relating to supplier responses, highlighting inconsistences and differences, presenting information and responses in a manor to enable evaluation.
• Carrying out supplier evaluations and recommendations for designated procurement exercises
• Conducting negotiations to enable the shortlisting of suppliers, for designated procurement exercises
• Leading and supporting final negotiations with selected suppliers to enable contract award.
• Raise Purchase Orders for all Materials and Plant Hire in line with company policies and procedures using the companies purchase order system.
• Liaise with sites to assist with the resolution of supply issues as and when required.
• Work with and advise Project Teams on material specifications and alternatives where appropriate.
• Provide regular reports on procurement betterment and supplier performance.
• Attend site and office based Project Meetings as required.
• Monitor vendor database to ensure that it contains up to date details of available suppliers
• Monitor the supply market to identify potential new suppliers and products and meet with suppliers to understand their product offerings.
• Focus on exceeding minimum service expectations by delivering an agile, value adding service with a deep understanding of customer requirements, technical competence, functional knowledge and process efficiency.
• Investigate and support the resolution of supplier invoice queries.
• Be aware of the Company's standing on Health, Safety and Environment at all times
  
  Qualified to HNC, Level 4 CIPS or equivalent. An interest in studying towards full MCIPS membership is advantageous
• The role will require previous experience of procurement processes within a construction related environment.
• The individual will need to demonstrate a proven track record in negotiation, process compliance and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• The role will require excellent analytical and IT skills, strong commercial awareness, a measured approach to decision making and the ability to ensure best value procurement.
• The ability to adopt a pragmatic, yet disciplined approach to process compliance, is essential
• Demonstrates a passion and excitement for his/her work. Tackles problems head-on and works to resolve them without delay.
• Willing to go the extra mile to exceed expectations. Continually searches for ways to add value and take performance to the next level.
  
  Challenges. Opportunities. Solutions. At Robertson, we see them our way. We're bold enough to ask questions. Brave enough to look at things differently. Confident enough to be ourselves. Join us and you'll join the UK's largest family-owned construction, infrastructure and support services business. And as a Buyer, you'll be part of a team that's doing incredible things - for ourselves, for the built environment around us, and for a truly sustainable future., To provide and maintain an efficient and effective procurement service to the regional businesses contained within the Robertson Group portfolio. Establishing performance led, long term supplier relationships focusing on value for money, service & product quality driving continuous improvement to deliver competitive advantage for Robertson Group.
  
  In return, we offer a wide range of rewards and employee benefits such as:
• 33 days annual leave (pro-rata for part time or FTC positions, increases with length of service)
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounts (gym memberships, restaurants, days out etc.) with Hapi Rewards App
• Annual Flu Vaccine
• Access to E-Learning
• Health & Wellbeing Support
• Life Management & Financial Support