Working within a Procurement Structure the role of a Graduate Buyer is a steppingstone into a career within Procurement.
The role will encompass collaborative working within a Purchasing Team and cross functionally with the Supply Chain Team supporting the management of specific group of suppliers and / or commodities consistent with the expectations and objectives (Quality, Service, Cost) of TVS.
The role will expose you to contract management, negotiation, relationship management, project management, commerciality and much more.
Job responsibilities
- Identify and implement cost savings projects that contribute to the overall achievement of the departmental objectives
- Develop and maintain supplier relationships
- Develop and maintain databases
- Profile commodities seeking new advancements thus driving a competitive advantage
- Prepare and analyse tender documents for spend / commodity categories
- Identify and propose solutions for continuous improvement.
- Process Purchase Order Requests
- Manage RFQ’s (Request for Quotations) and other requests from clients
- Support the operational supply function with problem resolution
- Resolve invoice queries in line with business needs
- Develop value adding relationships with cross functional departments, suppliers and clients
- Maintain the day to day running of the purchasing process ensuring compliance across the business.
Qualifications and skills
- Degree level education
- Team player
- Ambitious and career driven
- High attention to detail and inquisitive
- Confident to speak to senior stakeholder and suppliers
- Works well under pressure
- Excellent communication skills
- Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Suite
- Computer literate
In return for your hard work, we offer excellent career progression opportunities and a professional environment where you can acquire, use, and continue developing your skills.
Your package
- Competitive Salary and pension scheme with life assurance
- 25 Days Holiday (plus 8 statutory Bank Holidays)
- Holiday buy-back scheme (5 additional days available)
- Employee Assistance Programme supporting wellness with immediate access to:
- GP consultation and second opinions
- Mental health support
- Financial and Legal support
- Wellbeing and healthy living support
- Employee referral scheme with financial reward
- Cycle to work scheme
- Professional Membership and Study Sponsorship
- Pass scheme (£100 to undertake training of your choice)
At TVS SCS we encourage and support our employees to realise their potential. They are empowered to take initiative and achieve high impact results that really make a difference to our business and our customers.
If you require any adjustments to allow you take a full and active part in the selection process, please notify us as part of your application. Please note TVS Supply Chain Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
TVS have signed the Armed Forces covenant and are a forces friendly employer.
