Medical Supplies Controller jobs

At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive.

Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all.

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us.

About the Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join a current Amentum team delivering a construction project on the nuclear new build site at Hinkley Point C.

The successful candidate will gain the privilege of joining a multidisciplinary team on an ever-changing site for one of Amentum’s most exciting delivery partners. At Amentum, we provide construction solutions for the most innovative and high-tech clients the UK has to offer.

This is a site-based role, and the successful applicant will be required to attend site 4 days a week minimum.

The successful applicant will develop and maintain appropriate communications and relationships with internal and external stakeholders, providing guidance to project teams in the development of scopes of work and the creation of requisitions and supporting their understanding of the overall Procurement lifecycle, process and tools. The successful applicant will be a key driver in ensuring that Supply Chain activities align with project schedules and budgets, and will coordinate with the functional Project teams, in particular the Construction, Quality and Care and Maintenance teams. The role involves managing the following key responsibilities:

• Manage the procurement of all site orders through the implemented Demand Form Process, liaising with site and management team to ensure stock does not fall below minimum levels.

• Expedite deliveries, liaising with suppliers and logistics providers, for delivery dates. Maintain records of procurement activities.

• Take part in the initiation and subsequently perform local business outreach activities aimed at increasing local business participation.

• Receipt goods via online software as and when they are delivered to site, liaising with both Materiel Controllers and Quantity Surveyor to ensure all goods are recorded as per process.

• Administer Purchase Orders /Procurement Agreements and change orders, evaluating any issues encountered throughout the process and applying appropriate remedies to resolve

• Review supplier payment schedules and invoices in accordance with terms and conditions agreed within the purchase order and ensure compliance with prompt payment commitments

• Track progress of all supply chain/procurement activities including expediting delivery of goods and services

• Other responsibilities as required by the Project.

Here's What You'll Need

• Working knowledge of procurement concepts, principles and practices and will understand the role of procurement and supply chain management having demonstrable experience in a similar role

• Negotiating, influencing and communication skills with good attention to detail and able effectively communicate with key stakeholders including client, operations / project / construction teams and external suppliers

• Computer literate

• Ability to effectively operate business and procurement systems.

• Construction background highly preferred but not essential

• UK driving license and ability to obtain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance

Our Culture

Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work.

When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

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