Senior Buyer

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for procurement excellence? Do you thrive on negotiating supplier agreements, driving efficiencies, and implementing best practices? Do you have passion to build a team? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Why Join Us?

At Geoquip Marine, we're global leaders in subsea geo-solutions, and our procurement team is at the heart of ensuring smooth operations. As Senior Buyer, you'll play a key role in shaping procurement processes, managing supplier relationships, and leading strategic purchasing decisions that will influence the business for years to come.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and implement procurement best practices to support company growth.
• Identify and establish supply strategies for key business categories.
• Lead procurement processes, including tenders, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness across the supply chain.
• Support the implementation of a new procurement system.
• Ensure compliance with QHSE policies and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Mentor and coach an Assistant Buyer with a view to growing the team further.

What We're Looking For:

• Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field (CIPS certification preferred).
• Proven experience in strategic procurement within complex industries (automotive, industrial, supply chain, etc.).
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills with a track record of securing optimal commercial outcomes.
• Experience implementing ERP systems or procurement software is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Office Suite, and procurement tools.
• Proven mentoring and coaching skills

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary & benefits package.
• Opportunity for career growth - play a key role in shaping our procurement strategy and step into leadership roles in the future.
• Be part of an innovative and growing company making an impact in offshore geotechnical solutions.

What can we offer?

• Flexible working.
• Private Healthcare with Eye Care & Dental, Income Protection, Life Assurance.
• 5% Employer Pension Contribution.
• Highly competitive salary.
• Additional salary uplift when working offshore.
• Salary Sacrifice - Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Gym Membership Scheme.
• Support to achieving Chartership status.
• Join our People and Culture team for fun employee events.