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Senior Buyer

Pontoon • TRAFFIC • Warwickshire, Not Specified, United Kingdom • 1d ago

Job Title: Senior Buyer (Construction)

Location: Warwick (Hybrid role - 3 days on site 2 days remote)

Contract Length: 6 months (possible extension)

Daily Rate: Up to 500 Via Umbrella inside IR35

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Buyer to join our client's dynamic team in the Utilities sector. This role is crucial in driving procurement strategies and fostering successful collaborations within Joint Venture Interconnectors Programmes. If you are passionate about procurement and ready to tackle exciting challenges, we invite you to be part of our client's journey towards success!

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Buyer, you will play an essential role in shaping procurement initiatives and enhancing supply chain operations. Your key responsibilities will include:

Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with business partners to identify support needs and develop procurement strategies aligned with organisational priorities.
Resource and Cost Management: Recommend optimal resourcing for project teams and coordinate cost estimation efforts to inform project budgets.
Sourcing Strategy Development: Co-define and lead sourcing strategies with category leads to ensure effective procurement processes.
Program Input and Delivery: Provide valuable input for program/project sanctioning and define the delivery model, including commercial constructs and go-to-market approaches.
Execution Leadership: Drive successful execution of programs and projects, managing supplier coordination and claims effectively.
Risk Assessment: Proactively assess and mitigate procurement-related risks while maintaining clear communication with stakeholders.
Team Development: Manage and mentor a motivated team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills and Experience:

Procurement Expertise: Extensive experience in end-to-end procurement and supply chain program management, enabling you to navigate complex environments with ease.
Supply Chain Management: Broad supply chain management experience to handle challenges effectively in intricate settings.
Dynamic Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and engage confidently with senior leaders in supplier organisations.
Team Leadership: Proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams, inspiring collaboration and driving success.
Business Acumen: Solid understanding of broader business objectives, aligning procurement strategies with organisational goals to maximise impact.
Negotiation and Dispute Resolution: Strong skill set in negotiation and dispute resolution to achieve optimal outcomes in all interactions.
Collaborative Approach: Experience with cross-functional collaborative working methods, allowing effective engagement with diverse teams and stakeholders.
Problem-Solving Skills: Demonstrable problem-solving experience in managing large, complex projects, enabling you to tackle challenges head-on and deliver results.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior Buyer and drive successful procurement strategies, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be part of our client's exciting journey.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your details for future suitable opportunities.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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