Junior Buyer

London, England, United Kingdom

10/30/2024

Company Description

Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work hand-in-hand with our clients across every aspect of transport, energy and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world. We hold 50+ years of experience and have a worldwide workforce of over 19,000 people.

As industry leaders we hold ourselves responsible for today’s biggest challenges; fighting climate change, the digital transition and meeting the needs of growing populations. We do this by designing smart, green infrastructure, transport and buildings, creating a sustainable future for communities everywhere. Joining our group means, above all, sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

Job Description

As the Junior Buyer you will assist the Procurement Team in managing the company’s requirements for procuring materials, plant & services on behalf of the project. You will liaise with suppliers and project staff on a daily basis and will conduct all procurement activities in accordance with the company regulations and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Senior Buyers with developing Invitation to Tender packs in readiness to advertise to the marketplace and uploading opportunities to CompeteFor and Asite
• Assist with management of Tenders in the marketplace e.g., managing supplier clarifications, downloading supplier bids
• Work with technical leads and estimators to obtain quotes for products
• Raise purchase requisitions and ensure that any assigned purchasing requisitions are delivered in a timely manner and in line with the project requirements
• Record and report savings in accordance with established guidelines
• Engage and communicate efficiently with internal customers and other functions as necessary in executing project activities
• Maintain an ethical approach to tasks and relationships in accordance with relevant VVB policies
• Assisting the Buyers in expediting open purchase orders in order to ensure goods delivered on time
• Assist in resolving counts queries by analysing SAP and discussing with the supplier
• Conduct procurement activities in accordance with company and departmental procedures governance guidelines
• Support with monthly procurement reporting activities
  
  
  

Qualifications

Essential :

• Educated to GCSE level, or equivalent with an A-C grade in English and Maths
• Possesses a good understanding of administrative processes
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to communicate complex and technical information with clarity
• Adept in using MS Office programs, namely Excel and Word
  
  
  

Desired:

• Knowledge of SAP B1
• Basic understanding of a procurement/buying role within a business
• Studying towards Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS)
  
  
  

Additional Information

Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.