Buyer

Job Title Buyer Location Ruislip West London Hybrid Working Arrangements Compensation Competitive Salary Benefits Role Type Full time / Fixed Term Contract 12 Months Role ID SF68506 Shape the future of specialist procurement in defence and engineering At Babcock were working to create a safe and secure world together. If you join us you can play your part as a Buyer at Ruislip near Hillingdon Greater London. The role As a Buyer youll play a pivotal role in delivering procurement solutions that support the ongoing asset replacement and maintenance of specialist vehicles and equipment for a critical services customer in the London area. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment while developing your career in defence aerospace and engineeringa sector thats not only exciting but vital to national security and public safety. Day-to-day youll be Managing the procurement process from requisition to delivery including tendering and spot buying Preparing and issuing requests for proposals / requests for quotation drafting requirements evaluation criteria and contract terms Negotiating contract terms and managing key supplier relationships Ensuring compliance with internal governance and customer regulatory requirements Leading process improvements to drive efficiency and compliance across procurement The base location is Ruislip but flexible hybrid options are available to suit individual needs. Monday to Friday totalling 37.5 hours per week. Essential experience of the Buyer Proven experience in procurement or acquisition of goods and services Strong understanding of supplier contracts and negotiation strategies Commercial awareness and experience in a business environment Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to manage priorities and delegate effectively Qualifications for the Buyer We value difference and dont have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education provided you can show the required level of experience and/ or willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you. Security Clearance The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC)security clearance for this role. Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth nationality current or former citizenship and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting : clearance levels - ( ). What we offer Generous holiday allowance Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance Access to a Digital GP annual health check and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare Employee share scheme Employee shopping savings portal Payment of Professional Fees Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually. Be Kind Day enables employees to take one working days paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical mental and financial wellbeing. Babcock International For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations protect communities and build a better world. To continue we must adapt advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please email with the subject header Reasonable adjustments requirement. Were committed to building an inclusive culture where everyones free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview. Closing date 30 / 10 / 2025 Key Skills Account Management Execution Insurance Management Import & Export Catering Operations Building Electrician Employment Type Full Time Experience years Vacancy 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr