Buyer- Rail

MAIN DUTIES:

As a Buyer you will procure materials, consumables, plant and equipment for permanent and temporary works in an economical & timely manner. You will be required to do this in accordance with site requirements as detailed on the contract drawings, method statements & network rail programmes.

Sourcing and pricing supply chain requirements. The preparation of competitive tenders will be part of your role and upon successful tendering you will liaise with Site Managers and/or Estimators for the sourcing of Plant, material & temporary Labour that may be required for contract works.

If you pride yourself on your negotiation skills and in adding value and ensure all quality issues with suppliers are dealt with ensuring replacement of any damaged or non-conforming deliveries, as well as ensuring the manufacture and delivery of materials are always on time, and in accordance with the site programme requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Economic and timely procurement of materials, consumables, plant and equipment for permanent and temporary works in accordance with site requirements as detailed on the contract drawings, method statements, client specification, contract programme and Network Rail possession timetables
• Economic and efficient procurement of maintenance, certification and calibration services as appropriate for company vehicles, surveying instruments, measurement and cable detection devices etc
• Source and price supply chain services for the preparation of competitive tenders
• Liaise with Site Manager and/or Estimator for the sourcing of sub-contractors and specialist services that may be required for contract works. Ensure sub-contractors and specialist services contractors are able to comply with company systems and procedures prior to their appointment
• Monitor the manufacture and delivery of materials in order to comply with the site programme requirements
• Liaise with Site Management team to confirm planned deliveries are in accordance with the supply arrangements and confirmed by checked delivery notes processed in accordance with company system and procedures
• ‘Troubleshoot’ price and quality issues with suppliers and deal with replacement of damaged or non-conforming deliveries
• Provide COSHH information and arrange appropriate technical support and practical advice to Site Management teams for the competent utilisation and incorporation of the supply chain items within the contract works
• Liaise with the Construction Director and Commercial Director at all stages of the pre-contract and contract works. Provide input to contract cost reports. Analyse and evaluate materials usage performance and prepare feedback reports as directed
• Any other duties as may reasonably be required

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Experienced Buyer (minimum 10 years) – Essential
• Experience in Construction / Engineering – Essential
• Rail Procurement background

QUALIFICATIONS

• Suitably qualified by experience
• CIPS qualification
• Qualified to A Level or relevant industry qualification
• Computer literate – Strong IT skills
• Good interpersonal / negotiation skills