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Buyer

Fixed Term Contract (12 months)

London

Competitive & Benefits

This role requires some flexibility during our busy season is key with regards to hours and days worked.

Dedicated to providing a 6-star quality private concierge service to our exclusive clients. UKME ensures that the properties, we maintain are presented to the highest standard possible.

This is an exciting role for a talented individual who is looking for a new challenge, wants to join a fast paced and high performing team renowned for their approach and delivery of unparalleled service.

We are looking for a Buyer to undertake the following duties on a day-to-day basis:

Key Responsibilities

· Input of invoices into the purchase order system

· Oversee the delivery and payment of purchase orders and track delayed orders

· Directly address and respond to queries or complaints from the client ensuring their expectations and requirements are met

· Promote and maintain a good business relationship with suppliers and resolve conflicts concerning goods or services

· Ensure products are received in condition consistent with the original request

· Regularly review product costs

· Regularly do cost analysis between suppliers

· Analyse market price fluctuations and addressing their impact on the business

· Resolve conflicts concerning goods or services at the department or vendor level

· Liaise with the Purchasing Team and Purchasing Manager, ensuring an efficient informational workflow and accountability

· Contact suppliers to obtain information on price, suitability and delivery of goods

· Obtain competitive price quotes and promote this ethos to buyers

· Set a constant example in appearance and behaviour, ensure you are adhering to company policy

· To adhere to organisational policies and procedures

· To respect at all times the nature of the Companies business and adhere to a strict code of conduct and confidentiality

· To provide cover for colleagues in times of absence or high demand, such during annual leave or high season

· To carry out any other reasonable requests as directed by Management

Knowledge/Experience/Skills/Abilities

· Knowledge of purchasing principals, procedures and terminology

· Proven procurement experience on broad spectrum of items

· Very good time management and organisational skills

· Health and Safety awareness, preferably gained through a recognised course

· High level of computer literacy using Microsoft packages such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Google

· Sound numerical skills

· Working experience in a fast passed procurement role

· Strong bargaining, influential and negotiating skills

Personal Attributes

· Accountability for own work and actions

· Flexible approach to work as this role will require you to work some evenings and weekends to meet the needs of the Business

· Experience in meeting and exceeding high standards and expectations

· Ability to show initiative and apply well developed problem solving skills

· Ability to apply reasoning in a logical manner

· Adaptable to manage change in a positive way

· Able to communicate effectively with staff (all levels of the organisation), clients, guests and external suppliers/contractors

· Forward planning - can plan own work load

· Protect client confidentiality at all times and act in a discreet and respectful manner

· Display professional telephone etiquette

· Strong client support focus

· Commercially aware and product orientated

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