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Role: Buyer

Location: Newcastle

Duration: 12 months Maternity cover

Rate: £150 - £165 p/day PAYE

The Role

Act as procurement partner on EPC High Voltage Substation projects with purchase volume 2-3M per project
Ensure procurement processes are understood and implemented effectively during bid and execution phases of projects to ensure project goals are met including timely delivery of procurement activities; within budget; correct quality and high stakeholder satisfaction.
Prepare, action and manage request for quotation including negotiation of pricing and commercial terms.
Define sourcing and supplier strategy for assigned commodities within SUB&FACTS procurement set-up and commodity allocated as part of wider UK GT GS set-up, Ensure commodity dossier is updated annually & aligned with HQ commodity expert or manager; completion of supplier evaluations by defined deadlines and develop and drive a clear short term and long term strategy.
Proactively identify and manage risks related to suppliers on projects to avoid non-conformance costs that reduce project financial performance and impact business target achievements. Ensure sufficient contract coverage is in place based on scope; value and risk ensuring key commercial terms have been considered negotiated prior to contract award.
Assist function as required in completion of function and project tasks on-time and to a high quality. Actively foster a high performance culture by actively participating and driving improvement initiatives
Ensure high standards are maintained across the procurement function through adherence to agreed processes and approved tool usage
Raising of purchase orders within SAP in line with company guidelinesRullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants