Procurement Specialist

8 hours ago


Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom R W Armstrong Full time
Job Title: Assistant Buyer

This role requires having a Right to Work in the UK, RW Armstrong are unable to provide UK Visa Sponsorship.

About the Role

RW Armstrong is a family business with over 65 years' experience working on some of the finest properties in the South of England. Our well-connected head office is easily accessible from Basingstoke, situated in the charming village of Sherborne St John, only a stone's throw from the town centre and plentiful nearby amenities.

As a key member of our Group Business Support team, you will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive buying function to support the operational teams in the efficient delivery of a wide range of bespoke construction projects. Procuring quality products in a cost-efficient and timely manner is a priority for this role.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work according to the buying processes, policies, and frameworks set by the Group Buying Manager.
  • Assist in the procurement of standard and bespoke goods and materials, at best value.
  • Assist in the procurement of hired-in plant and equipment, at best value.
  • Assist in the procurement of skip and waste management services, at best value.
  • Coordinate and manage RWA-owned plant, including repairs and purchases.
  • Effectively deploy plant and administer the re-use of second-hand materials.
  • Communicate with and manage our existing supply chain partners - negotiating rebates and setting up credit accounts where possible.
  • Identify and communicate opportunities for new supply chain partners to the Group Buying Manager.
  • Provide cover for any person within the team in the instance of absence or holiday.
  • Assist in reconciling Visa/Mastercard receipts for purchases. Assessing the spend with these companies and setting up credit accounts where possible.
  • Assist in the stock control and purchasing process of company-wide clothing and Personal Protective Clothing (PPE).
  • Assist in producing and evaluating buying statistics.
  • Work off a material schedule when required.
  • Act as a first point of contact for department queries both internally and externally.
  • Raise Purchase Orders in Evo M, deal with invoice queries, and chase orders where required.
Requirements
  • Previous knowledge of the buying process and experience of negotiation.
  • Previous experience managing a large volume of orders and a diverse range of products to support an average of 45 live sites.
  • Previous knowledge of construction materials and plant equipment is desirable.
  • Previous experience of using EVO M or a similar buying/accounts system.
Working Hours

39 Hours per week

Working 08:00 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 to 16:00 on Fridays, with a 1-hour unpaid break each day

Benefits
  • 22 Days Holiday, plus Bank Holidays
  • UK Healthcare Cash Plan
  • 5 Days Company Sick Pay
  • Standard Workplace Pension


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