Buyer

Equans is looking for a Buyer to join our team in Hatfield Hertfordshire on a permanent basis. This is a full time role . On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle and benefits package

General Overview

Support the implementation and on-going management of group sourcing arrangements.

What will you deliver?

• Procurement of plant and materials and placing orders ensuring delivery to site in accordance with:
• Standard company operating procedures.
• Group preferences.
• Standard conditions of purchase.
• Cost / profit improvement targets.
• Required quality and quantity.
• Programmed delivery dates.
• Actively contribute to enhancing group profits.
• Attend and participate in Design Team Meetings to drive specifications towards most commercially advantageous solution.
• Produce cost / value reconciliation of purchase orders.
• Provide support to Accounts team to ensure prompt resolution of invoice queries / issues.
• Contribute to the development of improved purchasing processes and procedures.
• Participate and contribute to regular group purchasing meetings and forums to communicate developments, share good practice and up skill our people.
• Build excellent supplier relations.

• Participate in establishing the group as the industry leader in Supply Chain Management.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• Construction related qualification (ONC / HNC). Have or working towards professional procurement qualification
• Proven track record
• Able to supervise and manage others
• Excellent organization and planning skills
• Knowledge of best practice supply chain management tools
• Strong industry and sector knowledge
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Team orientated / promotes teamwork
• Ability to build strong relations internally and externally
• Disciplined in meeting deadlines

• Innovative / finds solutions

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

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As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. 

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. 

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.