AddressExciting Opportunity: Senior Buyer in Stublach Site, Northwich
About Engie
ENGIE is a global leader in low-carbon energy supply and services. We have been active in the UK energy market for over 20 years, and our investments in energy infrastructure are focused on energy storage and renewable energy (solar, wind, biogas), whilst supplying energy to organisations of all sizes.
We are reshaping the energy future by reconciling economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, and we are looking for people who are committed to help turn our vision into reality.
About the role
The role holder will be responsible for the contract management, re-tendering of site contracts. Also, responsible for the procurement of equipment, materials and site services for the Stublach Site.
ENGIE are recruiting for aSenior Buyerbased in Stublach Site Office, Northwich. This is a Permanent role, working full time Monday to Friday. On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions and to comply with safety rules, procedures, regulations and codes of practice.
- Report all events (personal injuries, equipment damage, environmental and security) to your Line Manager
- Contract management and re-tendering of the following type of contracts: Site Contracts, Sourcing of equipment and materials, Contracts for operations and projects. This will involve defining & agreeing procurement strategy with the Stakeholders, managing the pre-qualification process, compilation and issue of Invitations to Tender, receipt of tenders, analysis of tenders, commercial bid clarifications, possible negotiation of terms and conditions, compilation of a commercial bid analysis and recommendation for award, compilation of purchase order and post contract management. This will include equipment maintenance contracts, goods supply agreements and site services contracts.
- Post order management of purchase orders including expediting, coordination of deliveries, payment applications, variations, invoice queries, purchase order amendments etc.
- Negotiating with suppliers and contractors to secure advantageous terms.
- Promoting a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs.
Key Requirements
- Experience and ability to work in a dynamic environment balancing demands of day-to-day workload and general operational requirements.
- Level 4 CIPS qualified desirable, with a willingness to work towards full CIPS accreditation or continued professional development courses in a procurement sphere
- Reasonable exposure to each stage of the procurement process from requisition to pay.
- Reasonable exposure of purchasing activities.
- Ability to maintain accurate records/audit trails.
- Ability to work to deadlines.
- Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships.
What benefits we offer?
Flexible Working
We understand the importance of work-life balance and recognise that everyone is striving to find the perfect one between work and home life. That's why we offer a hybrid working model that combines the convenience of remote work with the benefits of collaborating in a professional office environment. You'll have the flexibility to work from home part of the time, allowing you to optimise your productivity while enjoying a comfortable work setup.
Bonus Programme
We reward your hard work and dedication with a competitive bonus programme that recognises and values your contributions. Your efforts are appreciated and directly reflected in your financial rewards.
Life Assurance
We prioritise your peace of mind by offering life assurance coverage. You can feel confident knowing that your loved ones will be protected in the event of the unexpected.
Income Protection
Your financial security matters to us. Our income protection benefits ensure that you have a safety net in place, providing a valuable source of income if you're unable to work due to illness or injury.
Employer Pension Contribution
We invest in your future by contributing to your pension plan. You can enjoy the confidence and peace of mind that comes with knowing that you're building a solid foundation for your retirement.
Healthcare Cash Plan
Your well-being matters to us, which is why we provide a healthcare cash plan. You'll have access to a range of healthcare benefits, including reimbursement for medical expenses, dental and optical care, and more. Take care of yourself and your family's health without financial worries.
myENGIE
We offer a range of flexible benefits to employees alongside hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts through myENGIE.
Diverse Employer
ENGIE’s purpose is to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral economy, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally friendly solutions, and we know that the most successful businesses are the most sustainable ones. Diversity, equity and inclusion is key to sustainability and success and our goal is to attract, engage and retain the best talent, bringing the best thinking to our business from inside and outside of our industry. Our ambition is to make sure everyone at ENGIE feels valued, respected and included. We know that diverse teams have more creativity, imagination, innovation and problem solving capabilities, so we are committed to tackling inequalities and creating a diverse and inclusive business.
Equal Opportunity
We're an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. During the application process you will be asked to complete an equality questionnaire on a voluntary basis and any data we collect will be treated confidentially and used for evaluation purposes only. This helps us understand our audience so we can make sure we are doing everything we can to attract a diverse range of people and ensure our recruitment processes are fair and inclusive.
