Junior Buyer

2 weeks ago

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Balfour Beatty Full time

About the role

Our innovative thinking shapes our industry; equipping the world for tomorrows challenges.

Join our team as a Buyer supporting the Substations side of our Power Transmission & Distribution Business Unit and you can contribute to tangible, worthwhile work you can be proud of.

Our Team is currently working on a vast project portfolio which is reshaping the entire energy sector in Scotland, with a focus on securing the UK's future energy security and net zero ambitions.

This role will require occasional travel to our Substation projects around Scotland

What you'll be doing

As a Buyer, you will have the following accountabilities:

To update and manage Procurement Strategies for the Scotland Substations business. To create, update and manage Procurement Schedules for the Scotland Substations business on a day-to-day basis. To expedite key materials to site. Preparation of request for proposals and quotations. Manage key supply chain risks. Carrying out supplier evaluations for designated procurement exercises. Conducting negotiations to enable the shortlisting of suppliers, for designated procurement exercises. Leading and/or supporting final negotiations with selected suppliers. Preparing orders in accordance with BB Power T&D procurement governance where required. Monitor the supply market to identify potential new suppliers and products and meet with suppliers to understand their products. Focus on exceeding minimum service expectations by delivering an agile, value adding service with a deep understanding of customer requirements, technical competence, functional knowledge, and process efficiency. Establish performance led supplier relationships focusing on value for money, service & product quality, and continuous improvement to drive competitive advantage

Who we're looking for

You will have the following:

Previous experience of procurement processes within a utilities related environment including working with both materials suppliers and subcontractors. A proven track record in negotiation and process compliance. Excellent analytical skills, strong commercial awareness, a measured approach to decision making and the ability to ensure best value procurement. The ability to adopt a pragmatic, yet disciplined approach to process compliance, is essential MCIPS or an interest in studying towards MCIPS is advantageous.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UKs most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasnt rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package thats right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more

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