We are hiring a Buyer to manage the sourcing and purchasing of pre-lims and other consumable, temporary site items such as lighting, fencing, and PPE. This is not a traditional buying role focused on long-term capital categories; instead, it requires someone who can work across varied spend areas, maintain strong control over detailed information, and support site needs with consistency and accuracy. The role suits someone who is comfortable working within established processes, handling a broad range of purchasing data, and coordinating effectively across multiple category lines.
Core Responsibilities
Source and purchase pre-lims and temporary site consumables, including items such as lighting, fencing, PPE, and other short-term operational supplies
Manage purchasing activity across multiple categories, ensuring orders are accurate, timely, and aligned with site requirements
Maintain detailed records of suppliers, pricing, specifications, and purchasing history
Review requests carefully, compare options, and support purchasing decisions with clear documentation
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to confirm requirements, delivery timing, and item availability
Monitor purchasing data and category information across a broad range of items, keeping information current and well organized
Follow established procurement procedures, approval processes, and documentation standards
Support continuity of supply for temporary site needs while balancing quality, cost, and operational requirements
Required Skills & Abilities
Experience in buying, procurement, or purchasing across multiple categories or in a complex operational environment
Ability to work comfortably with detailed information, specifications, pricing data, and supplier records
Strong judgment when reviewing purchasing options and applying established standards
Clear communication skills for working with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Comfortable managing a varied workload while maintaining accuracy and follow-throughAble to learn new categories, products, and purchasing requirements quickly in a structured environment
Experience from sectors such as pharma, production, manufacturing, or other environments with complexity across category lines would be valuable
Other Requirements
Previous experience in a buyer or procurement role
Experience purchasing consumables, temporary operational items, or site-based supplies is helpful
Familiarity with procurement systems, purchasing records, and standard approval workflows
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