Assistant Buyer

Stockport, England, United Kingdom

12/14/2024

Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.

Working directly with many of the country’s leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.

We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.

We believe that being successful is a choice.

We choose to be successful.

We are OCU, ‘One Company United’.

Assistant Buyer

Role Overview

We are seeking detail orientated and proactive Assistant Buyers to join our procurement team. The successful candidates will assist in the purchasing of various construction related materials, ensuring cost effective and timely procurement to support our operations,

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in the procurement of various construction related materials.
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate the offerings.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and contracts in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve any issues related to delivery, quality, or pricing.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand their utility needs and ensure timely fulfilment.
• Assist in negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers to secure the best possible deals.
• Support the Senior Buyer/Procurement Manager in various administrative tasks and projects.
  
  

Skills And Experience

• Word, Excel, D365 (not essential).
• Experience of civils, utilities, and/or M&E supply chains (preferred).
• Previous experience in procurement or a related role (preferred).
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong organisation skills.
  
  

What We Value

We value our commitment to each other, summed up in our five values, we all sign up to these… We care about safety. We lead with integrity. We strive to be better every day. We make a positive impact. We deliver to grow. We are one company united.

Our Aim & Vision at OCU

To be the UK's leading energy transition and utilities contractor.

We are committed to leading the way in utilities and energy transition contracting, our mission is to innovate and deliver sustainability. At OCU, our passion for addressing complex challenges brings new standards of growth in our people and capabilities.