Full job descriptionDescription and requirementsAt Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society.
The Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) is one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects. LTC is a new road that will connect Kent and Essex through a tunnel beneath the River Thames and will be the greenest road ever built in the UK - creating six times more green space than road. The reliable new route will almost double road capacity over the river east of London to reduce congestion and give millions of people more choice on where they live, work and spend their valuable time. We have a diverse programme team on LTC that reflects the communities we work in and fosters an inclusive culture by actively supporting the programme’s Purpose, Principles and Cultural Pillars and growing employee networks.
You will be working in the Commercial Services EF based in Pilgrims Lane where we are responsible for driving commercial transformation across Skanska UK where we create smarter ways of working that unlock value, strengthen partnerships and set us up for long-term success.
We are currently looking for a Senior Buyer who will negotiate and place material orders against operational requisitions including the collation of all contractual documentation, logging and maintenance of orders. Administration of sub-contractor details including pre-qualification questionnaires, performance data and input of information to the database.
As the Senior Buyer, you will:
*Minimise the cost of plant and materials and services to Skanska whilst supporting the need for a safe and sustainable supply chain
*Negotiate with suppliers, work to project and bid timelines and comply with Skanska’s Procurement Policies.
*Use Skanska’s Oracle ERP system to place orders, manage tenders and run reports.
*Produce tender recommendation reports for procurement management approval.
*To participate and support internal and external audits on procurement.
*Assist and where required lead tender activities for Procurement, work with other internal functions and meet bid deadlines.
*Management and development of others including buyers and procurement administrators.
We are looking for:
*Experience in procurement, buying or supply chain activity, ideally within construction, infrastructure, civil engineering or a project environment.
*Confident use of Microsoft 365, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and willingness to work with procurement/purchasing systems including Oracle.
*Good commercial awareness, attention to detail and ability to compare supplier proposals clearly.
*A professional approach to supplier and stakeholder engagement, with confidence to follow up, challenge and keep activity moving.
*Interest in the construction supply chain and how procurement can improve value, safety, carbon, quality and social value outcomes.
*Experience of tendering, negotiation, purchase orders or subcontract administration would be beneficial.
*Ideally working towards a relevant professional qualification such as CIPS.
What we offer:
*24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
*Financial wellbeing and employee assistance
*Professional development
*Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity,dependants and parental bereavement leave)
Inclusion and Diversity
We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way.
Flexible working
Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore.
Reasonable adjustments
We want you to feel confident and supported throughout every stage of our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to help you during your application, please contact us at or call - Option 5 & 1.
Closing date
We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change.
If this role would be of interest, please click apply and join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success - every step of the way.