Assistant Buyer

• Location: Stirling
• Job Type: Fixed Term Contract (6 months) 

As an Assistant Buyer, you will be part of a team that’s making a significant impact in the built environment and contributing to a sustainable future.

• Carry out all aspects of the procurement process in accordance with the Procurement and Supply Chain Management Strategy.
• Administer and prepare requests for proposals and quotations using suppliers from the company Approved Suppliers Database.
• Compile data relating to supplier responses, highlight inconsistencies and differences, and present information in a manner that enables evaluation.
• Enter appropriate data and information into all procurement systems as required.
• Conduct final negotiations with selected suppliers to enable contract award.
• Raise Purchase Orders for Materials and Plant Hire requirements in line with company policies and procedures within an ERP system.
• Liaise with sites to assist with the resolution of supply issues as needed.
• Provide regular inputs to reports on operational activities and supplier performance.
• Monitor the vendor database to ensure it contains up-to-date details of available suppliers.
• Assist in the maintenance and upkeep of vendor price files.
• Focus on exceeding minimum service expectations by delivering an agile, value-adding service with a deep understanding of customer requirements, technical competence, functional knowledge, and process efficiency.
• Investigate and support the resolution of supplier invoice queries.
• Maintain awareness of the Company’s stance on Health, Safety, and Environment at all times.

• Experience in procurement within a relevant sector.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement software.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to high standards in ethics, regulatory compliance, customer service, and business practices.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• 33 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time or fixed-term contract positions, increases with length of service).
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Discounts (gym memberships, restaurants, days out, etc.) with Hapi Rewards App.
• Annual Flu Vaccine.
• Access to E-Learning.
• Health & Wellbeing Support.
• Life Management & Financial Support.