Senior buyer

About the role Our tomorrow is built on a firm foundation. Here at Balfour Beatty, we rsquo;re on our way to leading every market we rsquo;re in, and we have the strategy and momentum to get there. Join our Regional Civils team as a Senior Buyer on the T2100 Framework Project and you rsquo;ll be part of it! This is a part time role, 3 days a week. What you #39;ll be doing Key Accountabilities; Main POC for the T2100 framework, to provide support, resolve queries Strengthen and develop a robust supply chain Ensuring internal spend compliance Sourcing suppliers and obtaining quotations Conducting tender processes Commodity research and spend analysis Supplier meetings and engagement Attending Project Meetings and providing procurement updates Creation of Supply Chain Strategies and obtaining approval Management of Procurement Schedules Building and maintaining strong relationships with all stakeholders Identifying key trends or opportunities for cost reduction Negotiating discounts and savings Supplier performance management Subcontract supply chain, materials procurement category management Ensuring accurate reporting of savings and value add activities Ensuring adherence to procurement processes and procedures Who we #39;re looking for You will have the following: Knowledge of procurement ERP and e-tendering systems (e.g. Oracle, Jaggaer or similar) Working knowledge of subcontract procurement process Supply Chain Management experience Demonstrates strong negotiation skills Awareness of commercial contracts Strong stakeholder management skills Construction knowledge desirable Why work for us Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK rsquo;s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities. Why join us? As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn rsquo;t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You rsquo;ll have the freedom to shape the package that rsquo;s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits: - Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow. - 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata) - Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave - Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more hellip; About us With a strong track record of delivery, our civils teams connect communities through infrastructure projects in the highways, public realm, rail, flood and coastal defence, and industrial sectors across England and Wales. Diversity and inclusion At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence #39;Employer Recognition Scheme #39; and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at