Our client is one of the leading global providers in engineering and construction services as well as technology products and integrated solutions and employ over 20,000 personnel in around 30 countries

As Senior Buyer your main responsibilities will include

Provide guidance and coaching to the purchasing team to support their development.
Sourcing of suppliers and potential alternatives in accordance with relevant procurement procedures.
Executing MRP generated requirements by way of Purchase Order.
Managing outstanding / overdue suppliers open order book.
Ensuring suppliers provide delivery confirmation in an accurate and timely manner.
Establish and maintain a process for regular, effective and efficient follow-up / expediting.
Updating of the system with delivery information from expediting reports.
Negotiating with suppliers.

Qualifications / Personal Attributes:
Business Degree / CIPS Qualified or equivalent HNC/HND with relevant industry.

Specific Training
Working knowledge in Word, Windows and Excel.
Working knowledge in SAP.
Ability to work offshore and overseas

This is a permanent position

If you feel that you are well suited to the above opportunity and would like to find out more then please contact Orion Group for more information or apply by forwarding your current CV quoting reference 82973

Orion Group currently supplies over 3,500 personnel in roles including Oil & Gas, Renewables, Power & Utilities, Construction, Mining, Rail, Aerospace, IT & Telecoms, Office and Commercial. With 29 offices worldwide, Orion Group operating in the UK and internationally and in January 2009, were named the UK's number one for engineering recruitment