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Senior Buyer – Rail Industry – Midlands-Based

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on one of the UK’s largest rail infrastructure projects? A leading rail company is looking for a Senior Buyer to join their dynamic procurement team, overseeing critical purchasing activities for a massive rail infrastructure project in the Birmingham area.

The Role

As a Senior Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in securing essential goods and services that drive this landmark project forward. You’ll work closely with suppliers, stakeholders, and project teams to ensure cost-effective, timely procurement while maintaining the highest industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for materials and services related to the rail infrastructure project.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts to optimize costs and ensure quality compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement objectives with project milestones.
• Monitor market trends, risks, and opportunities to drive efficiency and cost savings.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies and regulatory requirements within the rail industry.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary: £53,000 per annum.
• Company benefits package tailored to support your well-being and career.
• Fantastic progression opportunities within a growing and influential industry leader.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a procurement or purchasing role, preferably within rail, infrastructure, or construction industries.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, large-scale project environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• CIPS qualification (or working towards it) is highly desirable.

If you’re looking for a career-defining opportunity in the UK rail sector and want to be part of a transformational infrastructure project, we want to hear from you!