Purchasing Specialist

1 month ago


Farnborough, Hampshire, United Kingdom BMW Group Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join our Indirect Purchasing team as a Purchasing Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the business in finding the best cost-effective solutions in the market, including activities such as supplier sourcing and competition, supporting the business with formulation of detailed specifications, and negotiation of pricing and contract terms & conditions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage small-scale purchasing requests, including commercial negotiations.
  • Support other purchasers with more significant projects and tender processes.
  • Support with commodity strategy planning, including data collection and analysis.
  • Manage internal business stakeholders, especially regarding Purchasing best practice and processes.
  • Lead small projects at a local market level, potentially internationally.
  • Help with department tasks and administration, e.g. reporting.
  • Provide purchasing system training and support.
  • Participate in departmental activities such as teambuilding and workshops.
What You Will Gain
  • Development of a wide network within the BMW Group and also the supplier network.
  • Development of core workplace skills, including preparation of presentations and organization of events/meetings.
  • Concrete experience of indirect purchasing environment, including systems, processes, and basic commercial contract laws.
  • The ability to articulate the role that Purchasing plays in the wider business objectives of an organization and how it contributes to its overall success.
Requirements
  • Studying towards a Bachelor's degree in any discipline, but ideally with a business focus and on course to achieve (2:2 or above).
  • Experience of MS Suite, in particular Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Self-motivated and able to take responsibility for tasks and projects.
  • Willingness to work flexibly.
  • Good communication and teamworking skills.
  • A European language to A level is an advantage, although not essential.
Why Choose Us?
  • Great Pay - A competitive annual salary of £23,700, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
  • Rewarding Work-Life Balance - Contracted working hours are 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.
  • Exciting Additional Benefits - You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, including a subsidized on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.


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