Buyer

Our client in Northallerton is looking for an experienced Buyer to act as a point of contact for all buying queries from internal and external stakeholders.This is a 3-month contract to cover maternity leave.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver value for money solutionsProcess requisitions and purchase orders to ensure timely issue to suppliersSource new suppliers ensuring compliance with the Procurement and Contract Procedure RulesEnsure continuous supply of required materials, plant and services and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operationCollate management information and monitor/report suppliers and subcontractors performance through agreed KPIsMaintain a professional and consistent approach in relation to all supplier relationshipsSkills and ExperienceStrong organisational and task prioritisation skillsExperience of participation in departmental/organisational/external meetingsResolving invoice queries which conflict with purchase order detailsCompleting new vendor on-boarding documentsMarket research to identify new products and suppliersMaintaining records of supplier contractsPreparing purchase reports, including costs analysesWorking ConditionsOffice-basedFull Time Hours 40 hours per weekStart time: 8:00amFinish time: 4:00pm£14.51 per hourTPBN1_UKTJ