Buyer

3 days ago

Derby, Derby, United Kingdom Rolls - Royce SMR Full time £30,600 - £37,800
Role Title: Buyer
Salary: £30,600 - £37,800 DOE
Location: Derby, Warrington & Manchester (flexible on location - hybrid working)
We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we're doing something that's never been done before. We're revolutionising an industry. That's a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy.
Rolls-Royce SMR is a bold and ambitious company with a highly skilled workforce that operates at pace to maintain competitive advantage and to succeed in our vision to deliver affordable energy for all.
Role Purpose:
We are seeking multiple Buyers to join our expanding procurement functions across divisions such as Partnerships, Commodities, Civils and more. Each Buyer will play a key role in developing and delivering purchasing strategies across direct and indirect categories. You'll support sourcing campaigns from initiation through to contract award, working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure best value is achieved. Purchase orders typically range from £100,000 to £2-3 million.
Key Responsibilities and Required Experience:

Source and manage the Rolls‐Royce global supply chain to deliver cost-effective, high-quality solutions

Support the development and execution of sourcing strategies aligned with business requirements

Ensure compliance with functional processes, procedures, and ethical standards

Create and manage commercial frameworks to optimise supplier performance and value

Run strategic sourcing events including tenders and RFIs/RFQs

Lead purchase-to-pay (P2P) activities and reporting

Manage supplier relationships and support continuous improvement within assigned categories or projects

Demonstrate advanced Excel and MS Office skills for cost modelling and analysis

Mandatory Experience, Training or Qualifications:

BA degree or equivalent industry experience

Ideally MCIPS qualified or working towards

Proven understanding of purchasing and supply chain processes

Strong analytical and commercial skills with advanced Excel capabilities

Beneficial Experience, Training or Qualifications:

Experience within procurement, purchasing, commercial or supply chain environments—across any industry or sector

Familiarity with sourcing documentation and supplier interaction, including RFIs, RFQs or tender processes

Understanding of contractual arrangements, either locally or internationally

Strong analytical and commercial skills to assess supplier proposals and deliver best value

Why Join Us?
You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness and innovation. If you meet around 75% of the requirements and believe your skills are transferable, we'd love to hear from you.
We also welcome candidates looking to change sectors or take the next step in their career.

Why Join Us?


You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:



•    A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.

•    Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.

•    A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.


We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.


Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.


Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.

Our Application Process


Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:



•    Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance

•    Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

•    Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check
 

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