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We are working with a highly respected consultancy supporting complex and safety-critical projects within the nuclear sector. They are seeking a Buyer to join their collaborative and professional procurement team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys structured, project-based procurement and wants to be part of an environment where quality, compliance, and precision are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver procurement activities for assigned projects in line with programme, budget, and technical specifications.
- Prepare and issue RFQs/ITTs based on project requirements.
- Ensure technical and commercial compliance requirements are met at the RFQ stage.
- Evaluate quotations using approved templates and prepare tender evaluations.
- Maintain Procurement Schedules with regular updates to the Project Manager.
- Ensure timely placement of purchase orders with all contractual and technical requirements.
- Expedite orders as required to support project delivery.
- Resolve routine supplier issues and escalate complex matters where appropriate.
Job Requirements:
- Understanding of commercial, technical, and quality requirements in procurement.
- Experience in project-based procurement in engineering, construction, defence, or manufacturing environments.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple sourcing packages concurrently.
- High attention to detail and strong organisational discipline.
- Able to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Proficient in procurement systems, Microsoft Office, and document management tools.
- Reliable, methodical approach to documentation and record management.
Qualifications:
- CIPS Level 4 (or equivalent)
- IOSH Managing Safely or Level 2 Health & Safety in the Workplace (or equivalent) – Relevant training will be provided if required
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Life Assurance 3x Salary
- Private Healthcare package
- Pension – Company contributes 5%, Individual contributes 4%
- Discretionary bonus
- 187.5 hours per year holiday allowance
- Professional memberships covered
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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