M&E Buyer

Reporting directly to the Procurement Manager, the Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Buyer will play a crucial role in supporting the Head of Procurement with the acquisition of materials for secured projects.

Strong communication skills are essential to effectively relay relevant information to on-site teams as needed

This position offers a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and rapidly expanding organization, contributing to their procurement needs across multiple projects.

Hours

Monday - Friday

Salary - Up to £35k

Responsibilities

* Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with project teams and the Head of Procurement to secure quotes and facilitate the procurement process for materials, PPE, and other essentials for M&E projects.

* Budget Management: Ensure that all material purchases are within budget and meet the specified timelines to maintain project progress.

* Supplier Relations: Identify and evaluate potential new suppliers, monitor the supply chain, and upgrade suppliers to preferred status as necessary.

* Conflict Resolution: Address and resolve disputes and account issues between suppliers and the company.

* Documentation & Compliance: Maintain and update company documentation, ensuring full compliance with company policies and ISO accreditations.

* Order Processing: Manage the order process, including product code accuracy, obtaining quotes, and tracking deliveries.

* Supplier Interaction: Purchase primarily from preferred suppliers and manage the proforma process for new products under the approval of the Head of Procurement.

* Support Functions: Assist the Commercial & Estimating teams with material cost data and supplier information as required.

Technical Skills

* Industry Experience: At least 2 years of experience in mechanical buying within the M&E or Construction contracting sector, with a solid understanding of relevant products.

* Education: A preference for a degree in buying.

* Technical Proficiency: Competent in using Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

Job Purpose

* Procurement Support: Assist with quotes and procurement processes for materials and PPE, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines.

* Supplier Management: Identify new suppliers, maintain the supply chain, and manage supplier relations and upgrades.

* Order Management: Process orders accurately using the Eque 2 Buying System, monitor order status, and ensure timely delivery.

* Cost Management: Support cost management efforts by obtaining competitive quotes and adhering to supplier rebates.

* Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies and ISO standards, maintaining accurate documentation