Our client, a prominent player in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Buyer to join their team in Barrow-in-Furness on a contract basis. This role requires presence on-site 2 days per week and entails a variety of responsibilities crucial to the procurement function within a highly regulated industry.

• Provide commercial and supply chain support to the delivery programmes.
• Produce and manage procurement plans to capture stakeholder requirements.
• Identify risks, issues, and liabilities within procurement and contract strategies.
• Support the sourcing and contracting procurement process, including tender pack development, evaluation, and award.
• Ensure sourcing and contracting documentation is of the highest standard.
• Support negotiations with suppliers, focusing on commercial aspects to ensure favourable outcomes.
• Support the development of supply chain strategies and implementation of plans.
• Co-ordinate the end-to-end procurement process to effectively resolve customer and supplier issues.
• Ensure compliance with all internal and external regulatory process requirements.
• Contribute to bidding activities to meet budgetary and business objectives.
• Report cost savings and cost avoidances.

Essential:

• Experience working in supply chain for the infrastructure or construction industry.
• An understanding of business and procurement approaches, techniques, processes, policy, and strategy.
• Experience in contract and supplier performance management.

Desirable:

• Client-side experience.
• Experience in public sector/regulated environments.
• Knowledge of JCT and NEC Construction contracts.

If you have the expertise and drive to excel in a challenging and rewarding role within the Defence & Security sector, we encourage you to apply now to become part of our client''s team in Barrow-in-Furness.