Buyer

at  Survitec Group Limited

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

SKILLS

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

solve problems

• Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the

unique needs of different audiences

• Holds 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

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

• 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 terms

• Identify contract requirements and writes detailed supplier specifications for an allocated

supplier portfolio

• Collates and analyses buying data using agreed tools, methods and formats; organises and

summarises findings using appropriate software and presenting findings to appropriate

standards and formats

• Evaluates 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 policy

• Identifies 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

appropriate

• Contributes to stakeholder engagement through identifying stakeholders, finding out their

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

commitment

• Creates 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