Procurement Officer

Based in Co Antrim, our client operates within the construction sector and is currently seeking an experienced Procurement Officer with previous experience to join their growing team. The successful Procurement Officer will resource suppliers, negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships to ensure timely and cost effective procurement of goods and services. This role requires strong negotiation skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to source goods and services as efficiently as possible, to support the needs of the overall business. Job responsibilities: Work with other departments to create specification to ensure goods & services procured best meet business needs. Purchase goods, materials, and services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets. Negotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings. Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments on purchasing processes, including communication and negotiation of resolution to any supply problems. Extend supplier network by building, maintaining and managing supplier relationships. Minimise stock holding and ensure timely controlled delivery of goods and services to departments across the business. Provide analysis / reports on costs, new and existing suppliers. Compile data relating to supplier performance to enable evaluation. Review opportunities for continuous improvement and business improvements. Management of Brexit customs paperwork. Criteria: MIn 2 years previous procurement experience and strong ability in supplier management Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a busy team Forecasting experience Ability to deal professionally with customers, clients & colleagues. Proactive approach to problem solving. Good organisational and time management skills Confident in using computer software such as Microsoft Office programmes. Salary is negotiable depending upon experience and in the region of £30-35k The role comes with an excellent benefits package including bonus, life insurance, healthcare and pension. For further information and a confidential discussion please email your CV through the link By applying for this role you are consenting to Energis Recruitment holding your details for a period of 12 months to be considered for other roles. As a candidate you have the right to consent or object to this Skills: Procurement Buyer Supplier Benefits: Pension Fund Performance Bonus Medical Aid / Health Care Group Life Assurance