Rail Assistant Buyer
- West Midlands
- £250-300 per day
- Permanent
- Full-time
Duration: 6 months
Rate: £250-£300/day via umbrellaOur client is a leading multi-discipline contractor with a large presence across the transportation sector. They are recruiting an Assistant Buyer to assist procurement activities on a major rail enhancement project in Acton.As the Assistant Buyer, you will be responsible for supporting the Procurement Manager with procuring for subcontractors and suppliers, purchasing and stakeholder engagement.Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and issue subcontract tenders and paperwork
- Negotiate with suppliers to get the best price, quality, and delivery times
- Process purchase requests from approved suppliers, making sure they meet budget and quality standards
- Work closely with colleagues, suppliers and subcontractors to make sure service levels are met
- Support meetings by preparing agendas, taking notes and sharing follow-ups
- Produce simple reports, spreadsheets, and presentations using MS Office
- Handle incoming enquiries and correspondence, drafting responses where needed
- Proven experience in procurement or buying activities within transportation.
- Ideally experience working in the rail industry, otherwise water, highways or utilities
- Excellent communication and time-management skills.
- PC literate.
- Portsmouth - Lakeside North Harbour