Do you have a Science degree? Lab work not for you? Randox may have the solution…
An excellent opportunity has arisen to be part of a growing Supply Chain Department. Randox Laboratories is currently looking to recruit a self-motivated team player in the role of Scientific Buyer. This role would suit those with previous Buying / Purchasing experience or those with a Scientific degree who wish to develop a career in a busy office environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Buyers are responsible for purchasing products and services from suppliers, which offer value for money, quality service and sustainability.
The role requires support of the departmental strategic objectives and progression of our preferred suppliers.
This role involves negotiating; the ordering of materials, notably scientific products and components for our R&D and manufacturing divisions, ensuring the inventory status is maintained to provide continued production, while abiding by principles of lean management. This role will also require communicating regularly with suppliers to ensure on time delivery of goods and expected quality within specification. Preparing and issuing quotation requests, carrying out quotation analysis and evaluation; negotiating with suppliers whilst monitoring cost and exploring and implementing cost reduction opportunities.
You will have the opportunity to manage and build relationships with suppliers across a diverse spend portfolio.
Essential Skills and Experience:
• Qualified to degree level (at least 2:1) in a Science related discipline
• Scientific background (similar role or laboratory focused)
• Strong interpersonal and team working skills
• The ability to work accurately and to tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Be driven and self-motivated
Desirable Criteria:
• Experience of sourcing suppliers
• CIPS qualified or working towards
• Experience of conducting negotiations
Full training will be provided
This is a unique opportunity to join an innovative international company in a growing industry that can provide career security and genuine advancement opportunities for those who show potential.
About Randox:
How to apply:
Submit your CV and a detailed cover letter stating why you are applying for this position to: recruitment@randox.com quoting job reference 20N/SBST
Randox Laboratories Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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Randox Laboratories Ltd
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55 Diamond Road,
Crumlin,
Co. Antrim,
BT29 4QY
Job Ref: 20N/SBST