Buyer (MEP)

Taunton, Somerset
Invision Group

Buyer (MEP) – 100 million Data Centre Project – Somerset – up to 55k + Package

Our client is one of the UK’s leading Engineering & Services companies with a turnover approaching 600 million. They specialise in the provision of MEP packages to major projects within the Construction, Infrastructure and Engineering sectors.

They are currently seeking an up-and-coming Buyer with MEP experience to join their team based on a major project in the Somerset area. In this role you will work closely with the Procurement Manager and Senior Buyers in the Engineering Division, on this specific data centre project.

This role is required for a fixed term period up to February 2027, in line with the duration of the project, however has the potential to go permanent depending on further work winning activities in the region. Our client can offer some hybrid working, with a minimum of 3 days on site, and they would also consider candidates interested in working away from home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the procurement manager/senior buyers to successfully achieve company goals.
• Act as procurement lead on specified contracts and tenders.
• Develop procurement strategies for tenders and projects under guidance of the senior buyer or procurement manager.
• Ensure performance feedback is obtained on suppliers used both at tender and project stage, and that internal supply chain systems are regularly updated.
• Produce, maintain and manage procurement schedules and communicate throughout to the project team to ensure key deliverables are met.
• Utilise technical knowledge of M & E systems and materials to inform procurement decisions.
• Utilise commercial knowledge to make informed procurement decisions.
• Utilise all procurement techniques and approaches.
• Understand the estimating process and its interface with procurement.

What’s in it for you?

• Negotiable basic salary up to 55,000 (dependent on experience level)
• Car allowance/Paid Travel – circa 4,500
• Paid subsistence package (if required)
• Hybrid working
• 9% Pension
• Private Healthcare (upgradeable to family)
• Flexible Rewards
• 25 days holiday
• Continued professional development

If this position is of interest, please apply today.