Senior Buyer

Anderson Knight is currently recruiting a Senior Buyer for one of our clients based in Falkirk.

As a Senior Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our client continues to meet its procurement needs with efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability at the forefront of every decision. You will be responsible for managing the sourcing, negotiation, and acquisition of goods and services for the organisation, with a particular focus on energy-related products and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Sourcing: Lead the sourcing and procurement strategy for energy-related products, services, and materials.
• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring the company’s needs are met while maintaining value and quality standards.
• Negotiation & Contracting: Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers, including cost, delivery schedules, and service levels. Draft and review contracts, ensuring compliance and risk management.
• Market Research & Analysis: Conduct market research and analysis to stay informed about industry trends, supplier capabilities, and pricing.
• Cost Optimisation: Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies across the procurement function.
• Risk Management: Manage supplier risks, ensuring that procurement activities are compliant with all relevant legislation, regulations, and internal policies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders such as engineering, operations, and finance teams to understand business needs and align procurement strategies with company goals.
• Sustainability: Incorporate sustainability and ethical considerations into the procurement process, aligning with the company’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) objectives.

Key Requirements:

• Experience: A minimum of 4 years of procurement experience, preferably in the energy, utilities, or engineering sectors.
• Qualifications: A degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field. CIPS qualification is highly desirable.
• Skills:
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement strategies, sourcing, and market analysis.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyse cost structures and budgets.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the energy industry, including renewable energy, oil & gas, or utilities sectors.
• Familiarity with procurement software and ERP systems.
• Understanding of sustainability practices and the ability to integrate them into procurement decisions.