Location
Teddington

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£29,328 Per Annum

About the Role
Whether you’re talking about length, mass, time, temperature, electric current, amount or the brightness of light, the National Physical Laboratory sets the standards by which these things are all measured. As a Buyer, you’ll play a key role in driving down costs to the business so that we can continue to make a difference around the world. You’ll search the market to find the most suitable products, materials and services around – driving cost savings for the business through commercially-astute negotiations. With such specialist needs across our business, you will need to gain knowledge of your buying area and keep up-to-date with market developments and associated legislation. You’ll also help with the more straight-forward tenders when you can. To ensure all relevant information is captured in one place, you’ll update the procurement system on a regular basis. Finally, you’ll chase up the delivery of your orders to check, and double check, that they’re on time and to the high standards we require.

Experience
Public Sector industry experience.

About you
Willingness to learn and acquire the knowledge you need to achieve the cost savings we’re after. Commercially astute, resilient, organised and able to multi-task. You will thrive in an environment where we learn from each other, respect each other and work together to do better.

Qualifications
There are no specific qualifications required, but a strong desire to learn and grow in the role is essential.