Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd
Buyer
East Kent – Hybrid
Up to £41,000 DOE
Full time – Permanent
A large, complex infrastructure organisation is seeking a Buyer to join them on a hybrid basis, this role we are looking for an experience candidate within procurement, purchasing or a project based role where you have worked within the engineering, infrastructure or construction industry! This is a technical role within a busy department.
Key responsibilities include:
- Support purchasing activity across infrastructure, operational, facilities and other technical categories
- Help set up fair and compliant supplier engagement processes, ensuring strong standards around ethics, health & safety, and corporate responsibility
- Assist with end-to-end tender activity including supplier sourcing, timelines, documentation and pricing coordination
- Review and assess supplier submissions, checking commercial detail, cost structures and compliance with contractual/legal requirements
- Take part in clarification discussions with both suppliers and internal teams to resolve technical and commercial queries
- Support negotiation activity and contribute to supplier selection decisions and tender award recommendations
- Prepare, issue and help manage contracts through to completion and signature
- Monitor supplier delivery and performance, supporting contract variations, change control and issue resolution where required
- Track key commercial risks including guarantees, penalties and contractual obligations
- Provide regular updates and progress reporting to senior procurement stakeholders
What we’re looking for:
- Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, or a project-focused role within a technical environment
- Familiarity with SAP or other similar procurement/ERP systems
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including data handling and reporting
- Background in engineering, infrastructure, or construction would be highly advantageous
Why apply?
- Unique chance to join a high-performing organisation in a technically fascinating environment
- Excellent salary and benefits package
- Hybrid working with strong flexibility
- A welcoming team culture that values collaboration, expertise and continuous improvement
This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive standards professional ready to take the next step in their career. If you feel you meet the above criteria, apply today for immediate consideration.
This role is being managed by Holly Ensoll and Chloe Wadhams , Recruitment Consultant for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.
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