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Job Description

CK Group are recruiting for a Senior Buyer, Laboratory, to join a growing and exciting research facility in Oxford, on a permanent basis. This role will be hybrid, requiring you to be on-site for three days a week.

The Company:

A research-driven organisation led by talented scientists and entrepreneurs, dedicated to creating sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. This exciting new campus will feature state of art R&D facility, specialised laboratories, oncology clinics and focus on bridging scientific discovery with real-world applications by integrating expertise from various fields, including biomedical science, engineering, and public health.

The Role:

Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially savvy Senior Buyer, Healthcare & Laboratory, to source, negotiate, purchase and manage the supply of essential materials and equipment for the facilities department, including both laboratory research and clinical operations.

Responsibilities:

  • Managing the procurement of healthcare and laboratory products and services.
  • Working closely with Legal Services to ensure timely contract reviews.
  • Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure optimal terms and pricing.
  • Evaluating supplier performance and maintaining strong vendor relationships.
  • Developing and implementing cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
  • Manage the documentation required for procurement, including purchase orders, invoices, contracts, and shipping records.

    Your Background:

  • A relevant BSc.
  • Minimum CIPS Level 4.
  • Experience of working with laboratory reagents, consumables, equipment, and clinical trial supplies is highly preferred.
  • Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and regulatory requirements related to procurement in scientific settings.
  • Experience with procurement software, ERP systems, and inventory management tools is desirable.

    Salary:

    Competitive with an excellent benefits package.

    Apply:

    It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 137 409 in all correspondence.

    If this position isn't suitable but you are looking for a new role, or if you are interested in seeing what opportunities are out there, head over to our LinkedIn page (cka-group) and follow us to see our latest jobs and company news.

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