Buyer

Building a sustainable tomorrow BAM is recruiting a Buyer to join the Central region, based in Solihull with travel required across the Central Region. This position works collaboratively within the Delivery Assurance team within the Construction segment and is responsible for the operational implementation of the Royal BAM Group purchasing policy within the Central region. You will collaborate with procurement and commercial teams within the region which will support the business in both tender and contract stage Procurement activities. In addition to an attractive salary we offer a significant benefits package including an company car or car allowance, contributory pension, BUPA, life assurance, 25 days holiday (increases with length of service) and more. BAM offers a flexible working policy. Your mission • Liaison with Tender / Project Teams to develop Material Procurement Plan. • Manage the implementation of the Material Procurement Plan in collaboration with the project team from tender to close-out of the project, this includes; - Generating request for quotations for materials, - Negotiating rates / term and conditions - Use of VE alternatives to produce better outcomes for BAM • Use of Manufacturer, distributions specification Framework Agreements for both direct and Indirect procurement. • Reporting buying gains against budget allowances. • Ensuring effective Purchase Order creation on SAP MM • Supporting the 3-way matching process and assisting the project / accounts payable team with invoice queries • Close collaboration with BAM UK & Ireland category managers to set priorities and follow category plan • Supplier relationship management, and development of same with operations, commercial and estimating teams • Supporting the business with performance and supply issues including monitoring Financial Health of Material Suppliers • Engaging with H&S, Sustainability & Social Value teams • Supporting Prompt Payment Group • Supporting Project mobilisations • Liaising and promoting the services of the following new departments, which will be established at Divisional level; - Supply Chain Shared Services - Category Management - Supply Chain Management Systems Who are we looking for? • Proven experience in a construction buying role. • The ability to balance divisional and regional procurement needs • Ability to work in a collaborative manner and a desire to seek opportunities to develop synergies across the Construction segment and the wider Royal BAM Group. • An expert awareness of construction materials and vendors. • Analytically strong, articulate and are able to express your vision clearly. • Demonstrable expertise in procurement of Groundworks, Masonry, Carpentry and FF&E materials. An ability to support our in house BAM Service Engineering team. • Competent with IT and open to supporting new systems - SAP MM experience is a bonus. • CIPS qualified or studying towards it - Beneficial however not mandatory . • Driving licence essential. Our recruitment process, what you need to know? BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel we need to do something to make it more accessible to you, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you