Buyer

Purpose of the Role:

To conduct market surveys, to compare the technical and economical assets to deal with the applicants and suppliers in order to find the best technical and economical proposal reacted to the purchasing. The resource will discuss with their Manager beforehand to issue any orders and will send orders to the suppliers.

Qualifications:

• White Card

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in the Construction Industry in a similar role – preferred
• Experience working on large scale construction projects or other suitable projects works
• Experience in Microsoft Office suite

Required Competencies:  

• Sound knowledge of construction materials and strong experience within the heavy construction industry 
• Sound understanding of local and international import / export legislation or requirements
• Language: fluent English mandatory; an additional language constitutes an advantage
• A strong commitment to a team-based environment
• Strong collaborative skills
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Well-developed time management skills
• Solid technical writing and communication skills.
• Good understanding of financial accounting concepts 
• Ability to work to deadlines and targets, whilst also being able to prioritise
• Exceptional attention to detail

Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Material & Equipment Manager to define the strategy.
• To define the Vendor List, preparing the request for proposal to send to suppliers, and managing commercial and contractual negotiation activities with the identified Vendors, to pursue savings, synergy, qualitative excellence and lead time optimization.
• To perform cost analysis, comparison and assessment of Offers, also guaranteeing that they are technically checked by requesting Corporate Departments/Operational Units. Also, preparing summary tables of the final offers and recommendation in accordance with procedures.
• Operate in full compliance with the Project procedures.
• Managing supplier relations, in compliance with the Company's Code of Ethics, its Organization, Management and Control Model and its Anti-Corruption Model.
• To ensure the successful delivery of the Project within the required constraints for time, cost, quality, safety, environment and the community.
• Conduct market survey, compare the technical and economical assets, deal with the applicants and suppliers in order to find the best technical and economical proposal to purchasing.
• Review planned expenditure against budget and obtain approval for all procurements.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with Suppliers
• Manage relationships and conditions with Suppliers
• Works with Department Heads to identify timelines required in the procurement of goods and services
• Expedite deliveries with suppliers as required
• Ensures deliverables are achieved in line with Project deadlines

The above listed authorities & responsibilities are only a guide and may change as directed by your Manager/Supervisor or as per the requirements of FGJV Management.