Sourcing Specialist / Buying & Procurement

Role: Sourcing Specialist / Buying & Procurement

Location: Preferred: Nailsea Optional locations: Aberdeen, Newcastle & Leicester

Duration: 12 months

Timing: Mon to Fri: 8AMto 4 PM/flexibility with the morning login time / 1-day remote working in a week / early Friday log off

Scope to travel: 5% within the UK

Certifications:

Technical knowledge OR background in electrical fields (added advantage)/ engineering.

we are looking for someone with 2+ years of experience in Oil & Gas, Nuclear industry OR from an engineering background. The candidate needs to be a self-starter, highly motivated and process-oriented

• Negotiate best cost & delivery, with suppliers; place and follow up on POs for assigned commodities

• Manage effective working relationships with suppliers for PO execution

• Manage problems and schedule changes to ensure on time delivery

• Update ERP to ensure accurate planning

• Develops new solutions under guidance and/or in a team setting

• Balance both tactical executions with strategic initiatives necessary to drive cost and lead time reduction

• Work with Commodity Buyers on technical and commercial developments to develop awareness of manufacturing processes and improve product knowledge

• Actively participate in supplier performance reviews

• Contribute to projects as a team member or leads small projects

• Manage the wing-to-wing procurement activities for assigned commodities. Apply sourcing policy, interface between supplier and entity with respect to specifications and budgets. Requires developed and strong foundation of function skills and knowledge of relevant purchasing and sourcing concepts.