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Materials Buyer

Bathgate Permanent £35,000 - £45,000 per year View Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Materials Buyer in the Energy & Natural Resources industry, based in Bathgate. The role will involve overseeing the procurement and supply chain for a highly reputable company.
  • Materials Buyer - Bathgate
  • Award winning global business renowned for innovation

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established large organisation in the Energy & Natural Resources sector. With a global presence, it prides itself on delivering top-notch solutions to its clients and creating a positive impact on the environment. Based in Bathgate, it strives for excellence in all its operations.

Job Description

  • Oversee and manage the procurement process, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors.
  • Ensure the timely delivery of materials and resources in line with project schedules.
  • Monitor market trends to identify potential new suppliers and products.
  • Implement and maintain procurement strategies to optimise supply chain processes.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to forecast supply and demand.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
  • Manage and resolve any supply chain issues that arise.
  • Reviewing purchase requirements to ensure that sufficient information is available to proceed and that the required delivery date is defined and agreed with the project.
  • Liaising effectively with project/ops teams and fostering relationships internally and with suppliers and clients
  • Routinely multitasking and tracking PO's and commodities across multiple projects, clients, work streams and stakeholders.
  • Providing details of risk and suggest mitigations associated with schedule slippages.
  • Providing accurate updates and reports to key internal stakeholders in support of Project plans and activities.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Materials Buyer should have:

  • A degree or equivalent qualification in Business, Economics, Logistics, or related field.
  • Proven experience in a similar role within the Engineering, Manufacturing and Energy & Natural Resources sector.
  • Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness.
  • Excellent organisational and project management skills.
  • The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to make informed decisions.
  • Proficiency in relevant software and technologies.
  • Strong IT experience in MS packages and ERP/MRP systems

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary, ranging from £35,000 to £45,000.
  • Generous holiday leave and pension scheme.
  • An opportunity to work in a thriving industry and contribute to impactful projects.
  • The chance to develop and grow within a supportive and dynamic team environment.
  • The satisfaction of working for a company that values sustainability and positive environmental impact.



We invite all qualified Materials Buyers looking for a new challenge within the Energy & Natural Resources industry to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in a vibrant and rewarding environment based in the Central belt of Scotland.

Contact
Santhosh Thiyagalingam
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6678851
Phone number
+44 141 331 7914

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Supply Chain Management
Sector
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Bathgate
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Santhosh Thiyagalingam
Consultant phone
+44 141 331 7914
Job reference
JN-022025-6678851