Buyer

Job Title: Buyer

Location: Belfast

Length: Temporary - 9 - 12 Months

Hours of work : 37.5hrs Monday - Friday

Rate of Pay: £16.50 per hour

The Client:

NI Water was set up in 2007 to provide water and wastewater services in Northern Ireland. They recognise that people are what make Northern Ireland Water a great place to work, so they are always looking for talented and passionate individuals that can help them on the journey to becoming world class.

The Role:

• Support the overall Procurement function to achieve their objectives.
• Manage the tendering of contracts above and below the Utilities Contract Regulations threshold, with support of line managers, to deliver value for money.
• Conducting procurements in a manner that minimises risk of legal challenge to NI Water (compliance with Utilities Contract Regulations)
• Stakeholder management to develop tender documents, supervise evaluation panels and consensus meetings, analysing.
• Conduct price evaluation of tender submissions
• Preparation of contract award documentation including supplier debriefs.
• Supporting contracts post-award.
• Supporting negotiations.

Requirements:

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs to include Maths and English at grade C or higher.
• A minimum of 3 A levels or equivalent at grade C or higher with at least 2years' experience working in an office or customer facing environment
  • OR
  • A third level qualification (e.g., HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent) with at least 1 years' experience working in an office or customer facing environment.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. MS Excel experience should include the ability to analyse and manipulate data for presentation in a professional manner.
• Have full CIPS membership (MCIPS) or willing to study to obtain CIPS professional qualification with full support of NI Water.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

In the event of a large number of applications, in the first instance, candidates may be short-listed on the following desirable criteria:

• 1 years' experience in any aspect of procurement/supply chain management.

In the second instance, candidates may be short-listed on the following, additional desirable criteria:

• Experience of using an electronic tendering system.
• Line management experience.
• Full CIPS membership or current membership of an appropriate industry body e.g., IACCM, ISM

About Staffline:
At Staffline Recruitment Ireland, we bridge the gap between talent and opportunity. As the leading recruitment agency and an equal opportunities employer, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We excel in understanding the specific needs of our clients and candidates, providing tailored, efficient staffing solutions across various sectors. Committed to excellence and driven by a passion for growth, we offer a spectrum of opportunities. Partner with us for a seamless recruitment journey and advance your career with Staffline.

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