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Senior Buyer

Ref: AS6781701

Plymouth, United Kingdom

£35,000

  • Permanent
  • Cost Reduction Achievements
  • Strategic Procurement
  • Supplier Relationship Management

About the candidate

An accomplished procurement professional with over five years of experience in the heavy civil engineering sector, this Senior Buyer has become known for their expertise in subcontract buying, focusing on delivering optimum value outcomes. With a deep understanding of procurement strategies tailored to the civil engineering supply chain landscape, they adeptly manage risk and uphold efficiency in high-stakes environments. Renowned for their analytical skills, this candidate is at their best when collaborating with project teams to forge and implement dynamic procurement strategies.

Their proactive approach to work, combined with a commitment to continuous improvement, positions them as a valuable asset to any team requiring advanced negotiation skills and effective stakeholder engagement. With a history of securing substantial cost savings and enhancing supplier relations across regional and national engineering firms, they are ready to tackle new challenges and drive procurement success in their next role.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction Achievements - Successfully implemented procurement strategies that yielded a 15% reduction in costs at a regional construction firm without compromising on quality.
  • Efficiency Improvement - Streamlined procurement processes to achieve a 10% increase in project efficiency through effective supplier vetting and negotiations within a national engineering group.
  • Strategic Supply Chain Management - Proactively manages risks and aligns procurement with project demands, contributing to seamless operation and substantial improvements in project delivery timelines.

Areas of expertise

  • Subcontract Buying - Expertise in managing the procurement process for large-scale civil engineering projects, ensuring cost effectiveness and timely project delivery.
  • Procurement Strategy Development - Adept at formulating and executing procurement strategies that reduce costs by a notable margin while ensuring quality and efficiency.
  • Supplier Relationship Management - Skilled in establishing and enhancing relationships with key suppliers, leading to improved terms and enhanced supply chain stability.