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Junior Buyer
Job Posted: 17 days ago
Salary: £ 30,000/Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: EC4N, Cordwainer, Greater London
Expire in: 10 days
Job Description
Who we are..
VVB delivers sustainable mechanical, electrical and telecommunication engineering solutions with expertise and long-standing experience across Rail, Highways, Power, and Tunnels. Combining robust processes with specialist agility. Our approach to projects always takes into account the best interests of our clients, our people and our environment.
At VVB, our CORE values shape our behaviour and are apparent in everything we do. Not only are these values central to the entire VVB ethos, but each letter also represents a pillar of our company vision.
C – Care & Collaboration
O – Opportunity & Ownership
R – Responsibility & Respect
E – Excellence & End Result Focus
Job Summary:
We are looking for a proactive Junior Buyer to join our Procurement Team, supporting project material sourcing and supplier onboarding. In this role, you’ll manage procurement processes via the Asite platform, liaise with suppliers, and ensure all activities comply with company regulations. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their procurement skills within a fast-paced project environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist Senior Buyers with developing Invitation to Tender packs in readiness to advertise to the marketplace and uploading opportunities to CompeteFor and Asite.
* Assist with management of Tenders in the marketplace e.g., managing supplier clarifications, downloading supplier bids.
* Work with technical leads and estimators to obtain quotes for products.
* Raise purchase requisitions and ensure that any assigned purchasing requisitions are delivered in a timely manner and in line with the project requirements
* Record and report savings in accordance with established guidelines
* Engage and communicate efficiently with internal customers and other functions as necessary in executing project activities
* Maintain an ethical approach to tasks and relationships in accordance with relevant VVB policies
* Assisting the Buyers in expediting open purchase orders in order to ensure goods delivered on time
* Assist in resolving counts queries by analysing SAP and discussing with the supplier
* Conduct procurement activities in accordance with company and departmental procedures governance guidelines
* Support with monthly procurement reporting activities.
Person Specification:
Technical Knowledge and Skills:
Essential:
* Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word
* Strong time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines
* Good communication and interpersonal skills
* Basic understanding of procurement processes
Desired:
* Knowledge of SAP B1
* Basic understanding of a procurement/buying role within a business
Qualifications:
Essential:
* GCSEs (A-C) in English and Maths or equivalent
Competencies / Behaviours:
Essential:
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
* Proactive and self-motivated
* Ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment
* Team player, willing to contribute to the success of the team
Experience:
Essential:
* Experience working with suppliers
* Experience in a purchasing or procurement role
Desired:
* Knowledge of the construction industry and its components
VVB values the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all prospective and current employees with dignity regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. All employees must demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm in promoting the principles of equality in employment and service deliveryBefore You Apply
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