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If you are an ambitious Senior Buyer looking for a new challenge in the world of civil engineering and would like to help shape future of STRABAG, then please read the below job description.

• Experience in drafting Subcontracts, ideally NEC3
• Minimum 3 years in a subcontract procurement function
• Experience of running simple procurement packages
• Knowledge and practical understanding of integratedIT System
• Literate and numerate with proficiency usingMicrosoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other office applications.

STRABAG - Work On Progress: Becoming Climate Neutral by 2040.

Reporting to the Procurement Manager or SeniorProcurement Manager or on a smaller project the Project Commercial lead and responsiblefor supporting the delivery of the specified procurement packages, both key androutine. Also, a functional reporting line to the Group Procurement and SupplyChain Director. Ensuring group processes are followed at all times.The role will be within the InfrastructureSub-division, working primarily in London.

Requirements:

• Assist the Procurement Manager (PM) or Senior Procurement Manager (SPM) in developing the purchasing policy, strategy and planning. Endeavour to understand the main tenets of these strategies and what drives them.
• On all projects assist in delivering the procurement project strategy.
• Support the PM and SPM in delivering the procurement on the project.
• Understand the requirements of the procurement schedule and use it to inform your procurement actions.
• Carry out the procurement of non-critical packages including the selection of the tenderers, preparation of the tender enquiry, responding to queries, mid tender interviews, comparison, assessment, negotiation and agreement of terms.
• Drafting simple subcontracts.
• Run and maintain the procurement schedule.
• Attend and input into meetings related to the procurement function with both internal and external parties.
• Have a basic knowledge of the Main Contract conditions and understand how these affect the package procurement you are carrying out.
• Take responsibility for your training, upskilling and development.
• Provide information to internal stakeholders as instructed by your line manager.
• Administration and producing reports and statistics as directed
• Liaising between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers
• Developing market knowledge and contacts for new products/services; identifying potential suppliers
• Keeping contract files and using them as reference for the future
• Work closely with the supply chain management team and provide any required support as directed by your line manager
• Promote the use of internal companies as a first principle with regards to procurement
• Assist the supply chain team in monitoring the supply chain performance, workload and financial status to protect the corporate position
• To support work winning activities – strategic engagement of the supply chain, sending out enquiries, comparing quotations, writing quality documents
• Pre-employment screening is required for this position.

We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset – the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward – with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.

This happens after the successful application

1. Screening of applications – careful review and evaluation of submitted documents

2. Decision, whether to invite an applicant to an interview

3. Getting to know the candidate in a virtual or personal setting – the number of interviews may vary depending on the position

4. Welcome to STRABAG SE– clarifying the offer and the final details regarding the candidate’s entry

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