Senior Site Buyer
Join us. Unleash your energy within.
If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we're the team for you. We've created a new breed of company - future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.
We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we're far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.
Our Purpose and Beliefs:
As Kent, we're tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.
It's the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:
We PLAY BIG
We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY
We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE
We are built on INFINITE THINKING
Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us: https://kentplc.com/who-we-are/purpose-beliefs
Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:
We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We're heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging. Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 34 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character - no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.
The Opportunity:
The Senior Site Buyer, Reporting to the Project Procurement Manager, is responsible for overseeing and managing the procurement activities on-site for an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) project. The role involves sourcing, negotiating, and securing materials, equipment, and services necessary for the successful execution of the project. This includes ensuring timely delivery, quality, and compliance with project specifications, budget, and schedule. The Senior Site Buyer will work closely with the project team, contractors, vendors, and suppliers to manage the procurement process efficiently.
Day to Day, your role will include:
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for site-specific requirements in alignment with the overall EPC project plan.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, and other departments to forecast material and equipment needs based on project timelines and milestones.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers/vendors in line with the project's requirements, ensuring cost competitiveness, quality, and delivery capability.
• Negotiate contracts, prices, and terms with suppliers, managing vendor relationships to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement.
• Manage the procurement budget, ensuring that all purchases are within budget limits and aligned with the project's financial goals.
• Implement cost-saving measures and identify opportunities for bulk purchasing, discounts, and optimized procurement strategies.
• Ensure timely and accurate receipting and processing of invoices to meet payment obligations and ensure effective cost tracking of budgets.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement documentation, including purchase orders, contracts, delivery notes, and inventory records.
• Prepare and present regular procurement reports to the Procurement Manager or Project Manager, highlighting procurement progress, issues, and recommendations.
• Prepare recommendations for award for supply and commercial evaluations of materials in alignment with Delegation of Authority and project contractual requirements
About you:
We are seeking a highly experienced procurement professional with a proven track record of managing procurement for large-scale construction or engineering projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong contract negotiation skills and extensive experience in managing supplier relationships.
Benefits:
Attractive salary & benefits
Work/Life balance friendly workplace
Health & Wellbeing Program
Discounted Gym Membership
Employee Assistance Program
Inclusion & Belonging Program
Health insurance discount
Work for a brand that's been in the industry for over 100 years
Great Culture | Safety Focused | Collaborative Team
Opportunity to work on some of the largest Projects on the energy world stage
We foster an environment where you are challenged professionally and empowered to take the lead on your career development with the support and guidance of our Leaders. We're committed to making sure that every single person uses their time with us to gain valuable experience and skills for their future, so why not pursue your career with us today!
Kent | The Energy Within
It's an exciting time to join Kent so if this role sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! Don't wait, Apply NOW!
If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we're the team for you. We've created a new breed of company - future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.
We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we're far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.
Our Purpose and Beliefs:
As Kent, we're tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.
It's the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:
We PLAY BIG
We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY
We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE
We are built on INFINITE THINKING
Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us: https://kentplc.com/who-we-are/purpose-beliefs
Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:
We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We're heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging. Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 34 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character - no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.
The Opportunity:
The Senior Site Buyer, Reporting to the Project Procurement Manager, is responsible for overseeing and managing the procurement activities on-site for an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) project. The role involves sourcing, negotiating, and securing materials, equipment, and services necessary for the successful execution of the project. This includes ensuring timely delivery, quality, and compliance with project specifications, budget, and schedule. The Senior Site Buyer will work closely with the project team, contractors, vendors, and suppliers to manage the procurement process efficiently.
Day to Day, your role will include:
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for site-specific requirements in alignment with the overall EPC project plan.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, and other departments to forecast material and equipment needs based on project timelines and milestones.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers/vendors in line with the project's requirements, ensuring cost competitiveness, quality, and delivery capability.
• Negotiate contracts, prices, and terms with suppliers, managing vendor relationships to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement.
• Manage the procurement budget, ensuring that all purchases are within budget limits and aligned with the project's financial goals.
• Implement cost-saving measures and identify opportunities for bulk purchasing, discounts, and optimized procurement strategies.
• Ensure timely and accurate receipting and processing of invoices to meet payment obligations and ensure effective cost tracking of budgets.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement documentation, including purchase orders, contracts, delivery notes, and inventory records.
• Prepare and present regular procurement reports to the Procurement Manager or Project Manager, highlighting procurement progress, issues, and recommendations.
• Prepare recommendations for award for supply and commercial evaluations of materials in alignment with Delegation of Authority and project contractual requirements
About you:
We are seeking a highly experienced procurement professional with a proven track record of managing procurement for large-scale construction or engineering projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong contract negotiation skills and extensive experience in managing supplier relationships.
Benefits:
Attractive salary & benefits
Work/Life balance friendly workplace
Health & Wellbeing Program
Discounted Gym Membership
Employee Assistance Program
Inclusion & Belonging Program
Health insurance discount
Work for a brand that's been in the industry for over 100 years
Great Culture | Safety Focused | Collaborative Team
Opportunity to work on some of the largest Projects on the energy world stage
We foster an environment where you are challenged professionally and empowered to take the lead on your career development with the support and guidance of our Leaders. We're committed to making sure that every single person uses their time with us to gain valuable experience and skills for their future, so why not pursue your career with us today!
Kent | The Energy Within
It's an exciting time to join Kent so if this role sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! Don't wait, Apply NOW!
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