Purchasing Technician (Buyer)

Role Title: Purchasing Technician (Buyer) Type: Permanent or 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Salary or Hourly Rate: 28,605 per annum or 14.00 to 15.00 per hour Location: Leicestershire - Fully Onsite Sellick Partnership are currently recruiting for a Purchasing Technician (Buyer) to join a reputable Local Government organisation within their Highways team. This opportunity is available on either a permanent or 12-month fixed-term contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing, procurement or commercial support who is looking to develop their career within a busy operational environment. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will help ensure the timely procurement of materials, plant and services that support the successful delivery of highways maintenance and improvement programmes. The responsibilities of the Purchasing Technician (Buyer) will be:Procure plant, materials and services to support highways projects and day to day operations.Raise and manage purchase orders while monitoring deliveries and coordinating plant hire and returns.Ensure purchasing activities comply with public sector procurement legislation and internal governance procedures.Support supplier and contract management, including monitoring supplier performance and maintaining effective working relationships.Process procurement activity through electronic procurement systems where required.Maintain accurate purchasing records and prepare reports to support ..... full job details .....