An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Buyer to join a leading organisation on a 12-month contract basis in Westhill.

Working within a busy Purchasing function, you will be responsible for sourcing goods and services, progressing requisitions, engaging with suppliers and supporting a wide range of internal stakeholders. This is a varied role that offers exposure to a fast-paced operational environment and would suit a commercially minded procurement professional who enjoys building relationships and delivering high levels of service.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Source and purchase goods and services in line with business requirements.
• Review requisitions, specifications and requests for quotation.
• Obtain supplier quotations and evaluate commercial offers.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules and supply terms where appropriate.
• Progress purchase orders and monitor delivery status.
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company procedures and governance requirements.
• Maintain regular communication with internal stakeholders regarding order progress and any supply issues.
• Resolve supplier, invoice and delivery discrepancies.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers.
• Work closely with Procurement, Logistics, Finance, Contracts and Operations teams to support business requirements.

Applicants to this role require:

• Previous experience within a similar role.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Experience obtaining and evaluating supplier quotations.
• Confidence managing supplier and stakeholder relationships.
• Experience using ERP or purchasing systems.
• A proactive approach with the ability to manage competing priorities.

What's in it for me?

• This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation on a 12-month contract, supporting a busy procurement function within a collaborative team environment.

You'll benefit from:

• A varied role with exposure to a broad range of purchasing activities.
• The opportunity to build strong supplier and stakeholder relationships.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture.
• The chance to further develop your procurement and commercial experience.

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