Group Assistant Buyer
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Closing Date: 08/03/2021
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Summary
The Group Commercial Department is responsible for establishing and managing supply agreements with manufacturers and suppliers to deliver best value for the Group.
The post holder is responsible for assisting in the management of the supply chain, maintaining trade/sales specifications (My Redrow), collection of rebate claims and the preparation of build cost reports.
Key Responsibilities
1. Supply Chain;
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Assess completed supplier appraisal forms to confirm if potential supplier meets Redrow criteria.
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Prepare tender enquiry packs and tender list.
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Analysis of tenders and preparation of supply proposals for approval.
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Development and implementation of Sustainable Procurement within the Supply Chain.
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Management of supplier meetings, preparing material forecasts and generating site/contractor reports.
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Prepare formal supply agreements for sign off by Supplier.
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Release agreement information to Divisions and manage pricing library.
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Assist with the preparation of bi-annual rebate claims.
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Input into bi-annual Build Cost Reviews including identification & correction of pricing anomalies in regions draft prices sets and preparation of Build Cost Report.
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Supply Chain Performance Review process
2. My Redrow;
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Review of My Redrow Design Collections on Sales Build Management Systems.
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Monitor and provide guidance on the updating of Site Collections across all Divisions following the release of a new Group Collection.
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Analysis of the rates and prices held on My Redrow.
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Assist Divisions in the setup of bespoke specification items, choice lists and non-standard developments.
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Input into the future development of the system
3. Health and Safety;
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Ensure familiarity with Redrow Group’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies and comply with employee responsibilities.
4. Other;
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Preparation of system bills of quantities in support of Group Standard Designs.
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Input into the bi annual build cost review.
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Input into the development of IT Systems to improve the efficiency of the commercial function.
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At all times comply with company policies, procedures and instructions.
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Implement new ideas and methods and continue to seek ways of both improving contribution to the organisation’s goals and enhancing the reputation of the company.
What we can do for you
We've been building a proud reputation for beautiful high quality homes across England and Wales for nearly 50 years. Key to our success are the many talented people working in every department across the business who are committed to excellence. We encourage them all to grow and maximise their potential by working with like-minded people who share their vision and values.
At Redrow we are committed to continuously promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I) throughout the business to build a culture that is inclusive to all, actively values difference and ensures everyone is treated fairly.
Supporting the physical, emotional and financial wellbeing of our people really matters and it\'s something we take very seriously. The health and wellbeing of our employees and sub-contractors is embedded at the heart of our culture and as part of this, we offer a wide range of wellbeing programmes, initiatives and education to support our colleagues both in work and in their personal lives.
We promote a culture of development and believe in investing in each individual to help them fulfil their personal goals, excel in their current role and support their future career progression.
