Job Description

We're champions of the North West and we're proud that it's our electricity network that connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between.
A key part of the UK's journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of our electricity industry to enable clean, green economic growth. As the North West's electricity network operator, it's our responsibility to lead the way, help the region decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy and a sustainable energy future for all.
We're proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry's most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.
Together we have the energy to transform our communities. We are switched on. We are adaptable. We take pride.
Our Role
We are looking for an experienced Buyer to join the team in Stockport. The Buyer role delivers short term sourcing events and full tenders within a specified category. The role will ensure the delivery of tenders, commercial interventions and contract renewals. The role holder will need to work with colleagues from the business to understand required specifications and evaluation criteria.
The role will be required to create milestone plans for the delivery of their work and ensure compliance with internal and external governance. The role will regularly liaise with managers in the business as well as offering support to other colleagues in Commercial.
Key Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Category Manager to implement the Category Strategy through the delivery of tenders, negotiations, renewals and other commercial interventions
• Deliver tender activities to meet business requirements, ensuring compliance with internal and external governance
• Deliver against the procurement strategy for individual products and services, influencing specification and considering commercial aspects, operational risk, economies of scale, innovation and efficiency
• Act as a point of reference within the business with regard to Procurement processes and best practice
• Negotiate with suppliers to deliver best value, on price requests, performance issues and contract extensions
• Building relationships with suppliers that are culturally aligned to ENWL
• Influence internal stakeholders to ensure ENWL are delivering to the client requirements of agreements
• Drive innovation and supplier development
• Support broader commercial activities and other categories within Commercial as required

What we are looking for

• Professional accreditation through CIPS or equivalent would be welcome
• Experience of delivering tenders in a complex commercial function
• Demonstrates understanding of the relevant procurement legislation
• Track record of delivering strong commercial outcomes
• Adept at communicating and influencing
• Holds self accountable, for outcomes
• Experience of balancing priorities in a fast paced, consistently changing environment to meet tight deadlines
• Full UK driving licence.

What we're offering
As a vital team member and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, we'll provide a favourable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. We are committed to ensuring our people are supported and are proud of our reward and benefits offer, which includes:

• An annual bonus scheme
• Car Allowance
• 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service
• Private Healthcare
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
• A market-leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.

Our people important to us and we're passionate about creating a great place to work where we can all be ourselves, reach our full potential and build long lasting careers. We're striving to increase diversity of thought and talent in our people and to recruit highly skilled workforce that's representative of the communities we serve. For us, embracing our differences is what makes us stronger.
Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments please contact our Recruitment team at or on 0845 366 0092 (option 2)
Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a Drug & Alcohol test.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable

Skills Required