Buyer
2 days ago
**Role**: Buyer
**Employment Type**: Permanent
Hours Monday to Friday - 35 hours per week
**Location**: Wimbledon. We are embracing Hybrid working and as such this role will require 2-3 days a week in the office and the remainder working from home
Domestic & General’s purpose is to keep our customer’s world running by delivering an essential service that never lets them down. We are on an exciting journey, transforming our business in line with the Group’s Strategy outlined in an ambitious five-year plan.
The Role
We have a brand new opportunity, to join our Procurement team as a Buyer in our Wimbledon Head Office.
The purpose of this role will be to develop strong relationships with our suppliers and stakeholders, whilst providing key support to our Procurement team
**Responsibilities**:
Full ownership for your designated category within an agreed spend threshold
Answering procurement queries and resolving supplier issues
Supporting the Procurement Managers with issuing simple tenders and analysing supplier bids
Negotiating pricing and identifying opportunities for cost savings
Managing contract renewals
Ensuring appropriate contracts are put in place including coordination with appropriate stakeholders and legal
Working to drive improvements in supplier performance
Work within the D&G control and governance frameworks
Positively engage the support of stakeholders using problem solving and proactive communication skills
You’ll also be required to complete ad-hoc tasks as required such as drafting and updating team documents, provide support to Procurement Managers with contract finalisation documents, supporting the team with presentation pack drafts and managing the Procurement database.
About You
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high performing and essential team in our business. To be successful within this role, you will be able to provide the following skills and experience:
Must have a good understanding of Procurement Best Practices and able to run simple tendering processes independently.
2-3 year experience within Procurement or Purchasing is essential
Experience in previous technology based role would be beneficial
Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills
Good commercial awareness
The ability to work with a remote team independently, whilst demonstrating a ‘can do’ attitude
Excellent problem-solving skills
Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe and Sharepoint
A background knowledge of finance would be desirable
An interest in process improvements is a plus
A proven track record of delivering results is essential
If the above describes you then this could be the perfect opportunity to take the next step in your career with D&G, as we continue to focus on keeping our customers world running.
**Working for us will work for you, in return we offer**:
33 days’ annual leave (bank holidays are classed as normal working days) with an annual option to buy up to 5 additional days of annual leave
Cycle to Work scheme - up to £1,000 worth of bike and accessories with an option to purchase the bike at a lower cost
Salary Finance - a dedicated online portal offering lending and saving facilities, financial wellbeing and support services
Health Cash Plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare, including a virtual GP service)
Regular incentives with amazing prizes to be won
Generously discounted Sky TV and broadband packages
Pension scheme & free life assurance
Comprehensive in-house training with clearly defined career progression opportunities
Complimentary Domestic & General protection plan and discount further products
Great employee discounts at local shops, gyms and restaurants
So, what are you waiting for?
Please note that we have a thorough referencing process, which include which includes credit and criminal record checks.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
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