Buyer

Location: Craigavon

Hours: 20-30 hours per week (see additional information)

Salary: Competitive

Business Unit: Diagnostics

Open To: Internal & External Applicants

Ref No.: HRJOB10422/1

The Role

Buyer

The objective of the role is to provide the best possible service to the wider business by effectively managing the supply chain. This will be done by developing efficient, cost-effective ways of working whilst developing professional relationship with internal departments, suppliers and external clients.

Ensuring effective and efficient procurement activities for client projects at UK and US sites is crucial. This involves monitoring supplier performance, addressing issues, and supporting related metrics and KPIs. Additionally, maintaining supplier relationships, negotiating prices, and contributing to cost-effective procurement methods are key.

Tasks such as monitoring supplier spend, identifying trends, and exploring savings opportunities are essential. Involvement in negotiations, pricing terms, RFIs/Tenders processes, and contributing to process improvements are part of the role. Collaboration with internal departments and suppliers to ensure compliance with regulations, budgets, and specifications is paramount.

Moreover, supporting the ERP system rollout and providing team support when needed are integral responsibilities. Flexibility to undertake additional duties as directed by the procurement and supply manager is also vital for operational success.

Please see attached job description for further details.

Key Requirements

Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full time, permanent employment in the UK

Essential Criteria

HNC/HND level qualification (or equivalent in related area) Or significant experience in a similar role may be considered in lieu of academic qualification

Previous experience in a Procurement Department

Previous experience of using a computerised purchasing/inventory system to generate, place and expedite orders

Desirable Criteria

CIPS Qualification

Previous experience in a Procurement Department within a pharmaceutical company / life science

Please see attached job description for further details of criteria.

Additional Information

Minimum 20 hours per week up to 30 hours. Working pattern can be discussed at interview stage.

Apply Now

Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible.

Closing Date

We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Sunday 27 July 2025

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CVs received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.

Skills:
Pharma experience procurement purchasing ERP System

Benefits:
Staff Discounts Professional Coaching Attractive Compensation Package Employee Recognition Rewards for Years Of Service Group Healthcare Scheme Pension Scheme