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Junior Buyer
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Royal & SunAlliance
Location
in London , London
Salary: DOE
Reference: RSA-JB
The role: A fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Buyer has become available with leading insurance company Royal and SunAlliance. Combining strong analytical skills with emerging procurement expertise, you will assist in the development of business based sourcing strategies and the delivery of annual sourcing plans. Royal and SunAlliance: When it comes to giving your career a launching pad, look no further than Royal and SunAlliance. The 2006 British Insurance Awards' General Insurer of the Year', we have operations in 130 countries, 24,000 employees and net written premiums of GBP 5.5 billion (2006). Add to this our recent initiative to set new standards of customer service in the industry and you'll realise why there's never been a better time to join us. As an Assistant Buyer your main responsibilities will involve:
• Assisting in the development category strategies and sourcing plans that reflect business priorities and supply market dynamics
• Conducting external supply market research, and internal business requirements research and analysis
• Contributing to the development of category risk and mitigation plans
• Preparing RFIs and RFPs as directed by the Category Manager or Buyers
• Carrying out detailed bid analysis and contributing to the development of supplier negotiation strategies
• Leading some supplier negotiations under the direction of the Category Manager or Buyers
• Assisting the Category Manager or Buyers by developing standard contracts with appropriate suppliers As an Assistant Buyer your skills and qualifications will ideally include:
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyse complex information
• Skilled at conducting supply market research
• Experience managing small scale projects
• Ability to operate as part of a cross functional team
• Knowledge of industry codes of practice, relevant legislation and regulatory requirements What we will be looking for in you: Influencing, negotiation and presentation skills are paramount to your success as Assistant Buyer. You will be comfortable working across a wide range of personalities and operating as part of a cross functional team. If you require any further information about this vacancy please contact the recruitment team on 0208 603 1142 or email helen.bruce@uk.royalsun.com quoting reference CC54152626
• Assisting in the development category strategies and sourcing plans that reflect business priorities and supply market dynamics
• Conducting external supply market research, and internal business requirements research and analysis
• Contributing to the development of category risk and mitigation plans
• Preparing RFIs and RFPs as directed by the Category Manager or Buyers
• Carrying out detailed bid analysis and contributing to the development of supplier negotiation strategies
• Leading some supplier negotiations under the direction of the Category Manager or Buyers
• Assisting the Category Manager or Buyers by developing standard contracts with appropriate suppliers As an Assistant Buyer your skills and qualifications will ideally include:
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyse complex information
• Skilled at conducting supply market research
• Experience managing small scale projects
• Ability to operate as part of a cross functional team
• Knowledge of industry codes of practice, relevant legislation and regulatory requirements What we will be looking for in you: Influencing, negotiation and presentation skills are paramount to your success as Assistant Buyer. You will be comfortable working across a wide range of personalities and operating as part of a cross functional team. If you require any further information about this vacancy please contact the recruitment team on 0208 603 1142 or email helen.bruce@uk.royalsun.com quoting reference CC54152626
Recruiter:Royal & SunAlliance
Website: http://www.royalsunalliance.com
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Published at 13-03-2008
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