Buyer

To manage the timely, cost-effective procurement of goods and services for Enshore Subsea projects, marine operations and assets. The Buyer owns assigned purchasing requirements from requisition to delivery and close-out, applying sound commercial judgement, proactive supplier management and an understanding of international project requirements.

• Manage assigned requisitions through sourcing, RFQ, evaluation, negotiation, purchase order placement, delivery and close-out.
• Identify and engage suitable UK and international suppliers, including in-country sources near project operations.
• Obtain competitive quotations and assess total delivered cost, lead time, technical suitability and supply risk.
• Work with Engineering, Projects, Operations and Assets to clarify specifications, drawings, quantities and delivery priorities.
• Purchase engineering materials, equipment, spares, fabrications, consumables and specialist services in line with approved requirements.
• Issue accurate purchase orders covering scope, pricing, delivery dates, destination, Incoterms and applicable terms; manage amendments and extensions.
• Expedite orders proactively, verify acknowledgements, monitor progress and resolve or escalate potential delivery failures early.
• Coordinate with Logistics, Stores and Finance on transport, goods receipt, documentation, invoice discrepancies and order closure.
• Consider cross-border supply implications and refer customs, tax or regulatory matters to appropriate specialists.
• Maintain accurate ERP records, procurement trackers and supplier communications; comply with delegated authorities and company procedures.
• Build productive supplier relationships, address performance issues and contribute practical improvements to procurement processes.

• Maintain supplier relationships to ensure the continued supply of goods and services.
• Ensure key delivery dates are met/improved to avoid project and asset delays and delivery date information is recorded within the system.
• Source and qualify new suppliers- carry out competitive sourcing/tendering for projects and assets ensuring all vendors are evaluated via the Company on-boarding process.
• Negotiate for the best fit and optimum costs commensurate with quality, reliability and delivery.
• Prepare and implement formal supply agreements.
• Ensure continuous monitoring of lead times and expedite where required.
• Operational Procurement from requests for quotes to evaluations and negotiations.
• Act as the interface between customer and vendor to develop and maintain business relationships.

• On-time delivery and early communication of risks to project and operational schedules.
• Competitive purchasing outcomes and effective control of total delivered cost.
• Accurate, complete and timely purchase orders, records and close-out.
• Ownership of outstanding orders and prompt resolution of supplier issues.
• Compliance with procurement, supplier approval and HSEQ requirements.

• Excellent communication & organisational skills.
• Creative/innovator.
• Decisive thinker.
• Enthusiastic/persuasive and articulate.
• Networker with strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to work on own initiative.
• Problem solving.
• Excellent time management.
• Attention to detail.

Essential Qualifications

• Degree (or relevant work experience).
• Practical buying experience in an engineering, manufacturing, construction, marine or similar technical environment. 
• Ability to independently manage RFQs, supplier selection, negotiation, PO placement and delivery follow-up. 
• Commercial awareness and confidence challenging price, lead time and sourcing options. 
• Ability to work with technical specifications and communicate effectively with engineering and operational teams. 
• Organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple urgent priorities. 
• Competence with ERP/purchasing systems and Microsoft Office. 

Desirable Qualifications or Equivalent Experience

• Professional body membership.
• CIPS Qualification or equivalent.
• Offshore energy, subsea, marine operations or vessel mobilisation procurement. 
• International/in-country sourcing, Incoterms and cross-border delivery arrangements. 
• CIPS qualification or equivalent professional development. 

• Experience of a global project buying environment.
• Procurement experience in multi-project, engineering environment.
• Commercial acumen.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of offshore industry standards, regulations, and supply chain dynamics.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• 25 days annual leave + 8 public holidays.
• Birthday day off.
• Pension of 6.5% if the employee contributes at least 1.5%, increases to matched contributions at 8%.
• BUPA private medical insurance cover for employee, spouse and dependents.
• Health Shield health cash plan.
• Life insurance 3 x salary.
• Critical illness cover.
• Company sick pay - following probation, 13 weeks full pay, 13 weeks half pay.