Buyer, Business

We have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer at Amentum on the nuclear new build site at Hinkley Point

C. The role is site-based and requires attendance four days a week. The successful candidate will develop and maintain appropriate communications and relationships with internal and external stakeholders, provide guidance to project teams in the development of scopes of work and the creation of requisitions, and support their understanding of the overall procurement lifecycle, process and tools.

• Manage the procurement of all site orders through the implemented Demand Form Process, liaising with site and management team to ensure stock does not fall below minimum levels.
• Expedite deliveries, liaising with suppliers and logistics providers to ensure delivery dates are met and maintain records of procurement activities.
• Take part in initiation and local business outreach activities aimed at increasing local business participation.
• Receive goods via online software as they are delivered to site, liaising with Materiel Controllers and Quantity Surveyors to ensure all goods are recorded per process.
• Administer Purchase Orders / Procurement Agreements and change orders, evaluating issues and applying appropriate remedies to resolve.
• Review supplier payment schedules and invoices in accordance with terms and conditions agreed within the purchase order and ensure compliance with prompt payment commitments.
• Track progress of all supply chain/procurement activities, including expediting delivery of goods and services.
• Other responsibilities as required by the Project.

• Working knowledge of procurement concepts, principles and practices; demonstrable experience in a similar role.
• Negotiating, influencing and communication skills with good attention to detail, able to effectively communicate with key stakeholders including client, operations, project, construction teams and external suppliers.
• Computer literate.
• Ability to effectively operate business and procurement systems.
• Construction background highly preferred but not essential.
• UK driving licence and ability to obtain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance.

• Competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.
• UK employees receive free single medical cover and digital GP service.
• Family‑friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes.
• Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.
• Work‑life balance and flexibility is a key focus area.