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Assistant Buyer / BuyerBriggs and Forrester Group • Northampton
Assistant Buyer / Buyer

Assistant Buyer / Buyer

Briggs and Forrester Group • Northampton
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The Role

An opportunity has arisen to join our Procurement department procuring mechanical and electrical materials across a range of residential projects. Working with a team in a vibrant fast paced environment. We are looking for the right candidate who is adaptable and is eager to work within the dedicated team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Promote efficient and professional impression of the business both internally and externally.
  • Expedite clear and concise communication both internally and externally.
  • Communicate on lessons learnt (both positive and negative aspects) on projects and in the day-to-day activity within the business.
  • Promote and adhere to the procurement business process. (Copy attached)
  • Complete assigned tasks on a day-to-day basis.
  • To be able to problem solve and address potential problems or challenges.
  • To be open to learning new skills and techniques where required, including any role specific training.
  • Actively participate in meetings where required.
  • Assist in managing a strong, reliable supply chain.
  • Source new supply chain partners (where applicable)
  • Good organisation and time management skills.
  • Assist in the smooth running of the procurement department, contributing to a positive team environment. To show respect and support to all other members of the team.
  • Adhere to company values.

Role Specific Responsibilities:

  • Support the management of our site procurement strategy trackers for the projects assigned.
  • Promote efficient and professional impression of the business externally.
  • Promote and adhere to the procurement business process.
  • Provide feedback to the estimating team where required.
  • Provide accurate information for reporting and KPI’s.
  • Communicate on lessons learnt (both positive and negative aspects) on projects and in the day-to-day activity within the business.
  • Better buy against the targets set with in our project CVRs (cost value report).
  • Support material management audits on site where required.
  • Manage call-off commodity material order with the operations team.
  • Ensure all material orders are placed in a timely manner in line with the dates detailed within the Procurement trackers for projects.
  • Input orders onto the IT system (Cybercube) and issue to relevant suppliers and site teams.
  • Assist the aftercare team when required.
  • Manage meetings with Supply chain partners.
  • Expedite documentation, invoices and information from the supply chain.
  • Expedite and chase overdue materials when required.
  • Assist in the smooth running of the Procurement department.
  • Communicate and liaise with site to establish best buying practices.

Requirements

  • You will either have experience working as a Buyer in the Construction industry or you will have worked for a Builders Merchants.
  • IT / Excel skills

Package

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days holiday (up to 30 days with service) plus bank holidays
  • Private healthcare scheme and life insurance
  • Pension scheme with 5.5% employer contribution
  • Enhanced maternity and adoption policy – 13 weeks full pay followed by 26 weeks at SMP
  • Enhanced paternity policy – 2 weeks full pay (available as consecutive weeks or flexible instalments)
  • Employee owned business
  • Flexible holiday scheme
  • An excellent working environment, opportunities for career progression and further technical and personal development
  • An inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive, regardless of background or identity.
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