Job Description

Buyer

Procurement

The procurement family drives value through strategic sourcing policy and practices, evaluation and selection of appropriate suppliers and ensuring responsible procurement practices across the Survitec group. They monitor and forecast changes in external source markets, identify critical materials and substitutes and develop material sourcing and contingency plans to support new product development and introduction

Job Summary

This role purchases materials, parts, supplies and equipment in line with purchasing strategy,

processes and policy. It drives business value by optimising price, delivery and other supplier terms

Duties and responsibilities

Understands and applies relevant category strategies, based on deep understanding of Survitec products, global / regional / sector processes, stakeholder needs and business requirements Ensures effective relationship building with allocated suppliers, ensuring buying is carried out

within key supplier relationship termsIdentify contract requirements and writes detailed supplier specifications for an allocated

supplier portfolioCollates and analyses buying data using agreed tools, methods and formats; organises and

summarises findings using appropriate software and presenting findings to appropriate

standards and formatsEvaluates costs and identify variances or opportunities to improve profitability against individual suppliers or types of goods Resolve queries from internal or external customers or suppliers by providing information on

complex processes and the related policies, referring to others where necessary for

interpretation of policyIdentifies instances of non-compliance with Survitec's purchasing policies and procedures and/or relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct, reporting these and escalating issues as

appropriateContributes to stakeholder engagement through identifying stakeholders, finding out their

needs, issues and concerns; communicates effectively to promote understanding and

commitmentCreates an environment where everyone in the team can live the Survitec Values Creates an inclusive environment where our people feel valued, appreciated and free to be who they are at work Understands, upholds and contributes to creating a safety-first culture within Survitec. Ensures a safe and healthy working environment Develops own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gains or maintains external professional

accreditation where relevant to improve performance and fulfil personal potential. Maintains an

in-depth understanding of technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through

ongoing education, attending conferences and reading specialist media

Skills

Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively

solve problemsDevelops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the

unique needs of different audiencesHolds self and others accountable to meet commitments Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance Survitec's goals Plans and prioritises work to meet commitments aligned with Survitec's goals Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions Anticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applications Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement

Values

Drives safety culture

Is a reliable source of reference on relevant safety standards and where these standards are at risk. Provides important insight into the root cause and corrective actions for such safety risks and issues. Raises issues and highlights own mistakes without fear to improve safety and wellbeing of self and others

Demonstrates commitment to delivering real value and confidence to our customers

Understands the importance of being the representative of both internal and external customers. Demonstrates respect for those customers and is open and transparent about the delivery of service - only promises what they can deliver and delivers what they promise

We care for our people, investing in the development of teams and individuals

Understands own role within the team and takes accountability for delivery - is good at closing out actions and proactively asks for help when issues arise. Communicates appropriately, shares knowledge (coaching, mentoring and supporting others to develop skills as appropriate). Works collaboratively with own team and others to meet business goals Takes time to listen and treats others with dignity, accepting and respecting other people's points of view or individuality. Understands how own behaviours impact others.

We aim for excellence in everything we do

Takes personal responsibility for ensuring excellence, getting the task done on time and to the right standard. Consistently achieves targets, even when timescales are tight Committed and passionate about continuous improvement, looking to solve problems and avoid workarounds. Takes initiative and acts with confidence

We seek to innovate at every opportunity

Takes an entrepreneurial approach to change, being comfortable and willing to try out new methods, processes, ways of working or techniques to make improvements Takes time to understand and explain the rationale for change to support the understanding of self and others

We act with integrity

Acts in accordance with Survitec Values, especially in situations when it is difficult to do so Represents self and Survitec in an ethical manner that engenders trust from colleagues, customers and external regulators (Refer to Survitec Code of Conduct for further information and examples)

Experience and qualification

Educated to High School / Further Education College, with 2 A Levels or equivalent


3 - 6 years of general role-related experience enables job holder to deal with most situations and to advise others


Up to 6 months of experience of coordinating the work of others may prove useful in this role