Description 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.
You will be working in the Cementation OU based in Doncaster where Skanska has been a trusted leader in piling and ground engineering. Our breadth of expertise spans every aspect of geotechnical engineering - from micro-piling to diaphragm walls - enabling us to deliver innovative solutions for the most complex challenges.
We are currently looking for a Buyer who will be responsible for effective procurement support to our Fabrication business stream from pre-construction through to delivery. Ensuring we develop and implement procurement strategies that contribute to winning work and the successful delivery of our fabrication projects.
As the Buyer, you will:
*Be familiar with, and demonstrate commitment to the requirements of the Health & Safety and Environmental Policies.
*Minimise the cost of materials and plant supplied to Skanska.
*Comply with Skanska Procedures and policy on procurement including participation in Audits (Internal/External).
*Improve service level agreements with suppliers and internal departments.
*Work and behave in line with the Skanska Code of Conduct and to align activities and programmes of work to the Skanska Policies and Procedures and the Purpose, Values and Culture.
*Participate in the implementation of strategic procedural and practical changes to increase productivity and performance, including KPI’s with the supply chain.
We are looking for:
*Degree level education, or qualified by experience.
*Ideally, membership of professional body (RICS, CIPS), or working towards.
*Experience of procurement in the steel fabrication and construction industry.
*Some working knowledge, NEC
*Experience of negotiating with suppliers and sub-contractors
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.