Buyer (Facilities Management)
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Full Time/Permanent
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£30,000 to £39,999
£33,000 - £39,000 pa
Scottish Borders
Fife
JN-102023-6226446
28-11-2023 11:36 AM
20.12.2023
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to understand their purchasing needs and requirements.
- Build and maintain relationships with existing suppliers, ensuring effective communication and timely resolution of any issues that may arise.
- Source new suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and perform due diligence to ensure they meet quality and compliance standards.
- Analyse market trends, pricing, and product availability to make informed purchasing decisions and optimise cost savings.
- Review and negotiate contracts, ensuring favorable terms, conditions, and pricing, while also managing any legal or compliance requirements.
- Monitor inventory levels, track deliveries, and coordinate with logistics to ensure timely receipt of goods and resolve any potential delays or issues.
- Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely payment processing and resolve any billing discrepancies.
- Stay up-to-date with industry developments, technological advancements, and supplier performance to continuously improve the procurement process.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and sustainable sourcing initiatives.
The Successful Applicant
- Facilities management experience - experience in dealing with service, maintenance style agreements in Soft & Hard FM sector
- Skills and confidence to move through end-to-end procurement process (RFI to Contract award) - including but not limited to market research, RFI/RFP, tendering, contract drafting, contract award & supplier management through life
- Knowledge in goods and services
- Candidate willing to use their own initiative, clear communicator and experienced in stakeholder engagement (internal & external - across all levels)
- Working knowledge of ERP systems is desirable
What's on Offer
Hybrid working and an excellent benefits package.
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