Murphy is recruiting for a Senior Buyer to work in our Ground Engineering team, based out of our London office.

Murphy's Ground Engineering Division offers pile design, value engineering and bespoke solutions. Directly-delivered by our team of specialists.

We have a proven track record of successfully delivering both minor and major works across a range of sectors. We also offer leading Building Information Modelling (BIM) capabilities, investing in digital solutions for new rigs, remote diagnostics and computer monitoring systems of rotary pile construction.

A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Technician:

• Providing a comprehensive procurement service for all projects in the regional operating unit.
• Deliver a consistent procurement approach across all projects within the regional operating unit from work winning / pre-construction stage. 
• Demonstrate best overall value for money in the procurement recommendations
• Ensure a robust negotiation process is applied in the engagement process. 
• Ensure contract arrangements and package details are comprehensive and protect the business in its dealings with suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Contribution to Murphy leverage at every opportunity
• Ensure decisions are not focussed upon lowest price but overall best value for money
• Develop an accredited and structured supply chain that is aligned to the regional operating unit demand and overall Murphy strategy
• Consistently monitor the market place to ensure awareness of pricing trends, risks and opportunities.
• Continuously seek out and assess new supply chain members to meet regional operating unit project demand.
• Monitor the supply chain performance, workload and financial status to protect the corporate position.
• Develop the supply chain, products and innovations that bring cost and/or buildability benefits.

 
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• Develop an accredited and structured supply chain that is aligned to the regional operating unit demand and overall Murphy strategy
• Consistently monitor the market place to ensure awareness of pricing trends, risks and opportunities.
• Continuously seek out and assess new supply chain members to meet regional operating unit project demand.
• Monitor the supply chain performance, workload and financial status to protect the corporate position.Work with procurement and project teams to drive continuous improvement processes for supply chain members. 
• Develop and forge closer relationships with the strategic supply chain to encourage a culture of inclusive interaction and learning and an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding.
• Integrate with other regional operating units to co-ordinate the procurement of the strategic supply chain, providing regular information on the regional activities.
• Establish close relationships with internal clients and project teams
• Work harmoniously as a member of the procurement team  
• Attend regional supply chain events to promote and sell Murphy and encourage teamwork