Strategic Procurement Specialist

4 weeks ago


Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Biffa Waste Services Limited Full time
Job Title: Senior Buyer - Capex & Lifecycle

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Buyer to join our Procurement team at Biffa Waste Services Limited. As a Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for maximizing value through Procurement by strategically managing the UK supplier spend and identifying opportunities that drive sustainable improvement in cost, quality, service, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

Drive and ensure suppliers are held accountable for meeting continuous improvement and productivity initiatives
Support to the other members of the Procurement team in the management of the business' Procurement functional processes and controls, as well as support to cross-business functional training & development initiatives.

Working with Engineering and Operations to identify and schedule procurement activities
Implement and manage procurement tendering activities, preparing tender documentation and participate in supplier and contractor negotiations
Liaise with suppliers and manage relationships
Maintain procurement program and progress report for all live projects and all relevant aspects to provide regular updates
Ensure the Company is not exposed to unnecessary or excessive risks or claims as part of the procurement process

Requirements:

Minimum 4-5 years' experience as a Procurement professional
Best-in-Class NEC specific contract & NEC sourcing experience
Procurement experience in an engineering-focused business
Ability to develop and execute a comprehensive category strategy
Ability to work collaboratively and implement strategic sourcing opportunities
Knowledge of the strategic sourcing process and practical application to sourcing projects with a history of achieving YOY savings
Mobility & flexibility to travel across sites (UK) every week

What We Offer:

A competitive salary
Enhanced employer contribution pension plan
33 days annual leave entitlement including statutory holidays
Numerous opportunities for career development - we have a history of promoting from within
Access to our wellbeing and reward platform from Day 1

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