Graduate Procurement Buyer
2 weeks ago
Role Overview This Graduate Procurement Buyer will support the procurement team in sourcing, purchasing, and coordinating materials, equipment, and services required for various projects at IPS-Integrated Project Services in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Key Responsibilities Assist in receiving and processing requisitions from project teams. Prepare and issue purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely placement with vendors. Track and expedite orders to ensure the timely receipt of goods and services. Maintain supplier records and assist with the Approved Supplier Program. Help resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure appropriate cost allocations. Coordinate the return of non‑compliant products and ensure credits or invoice adjustments are processed. Maintain accurate procurement records, monitor price changes, and communicate updates with the procurement team. Support the evaluation of new subcontractors and vendors. Assist in assessing vendor proposals for completeness and quality. Contribute to procurement reporting, including diversity spending and cost‑saving initiatives. Qualifications & Requirements A recent graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail. Excellent communication and organizational abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and a willingness to learn procurement software. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks effectively. A proactive and adaptable mindset with a keen interest in procurement and supply chain processes. Company Overview IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry‑leading knowledge, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life‑impacting products. With the addition of Linesight, IPS has over 3,000 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Recruiting Note Attention Search Firms / Third‑Party Recruiters: IPS is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities with IPS. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at IPS via email, the Internet, or directly to hiring managers at IPS in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for a specific position will be deemed the sole property of IPS, and no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by IPS as a result of the referral or through other means. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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