Buyer

Job DescriptionRole: Buyer Strategic Procurement (Manufacturing) Work Type & Location: Hybrid (London)Role Type: Permanent, 30-50,000 DOE + Bonus Start Date: ASAPA forward-thinking global organisation is looking for a Buyer Strategic Procurement to join a dynamic, growing Group Procurement function. This role sits at the heart of a transformation journey thats modernising procurement across a diverse portfolio of businesses, blending technology, strategy, and cross-functional influence.Youll work alongside a highly experienced team, supporting group-wide sourcing and process innovation projects across a wide range of categories including IT, consumables, and facilities with the autonomy to drive meaningful change.As a Buyer Strategic Procurement, you will:Lead and support strategic sourcing initiatives across a broad category base (e.g. IT, materials, FM, and services)Help implement procurement process improvements using automation and AI-enabled tools (e.g. Microsoft Copilot)Manage and support group-level contracts, ensuring supplier performance and value deliveryBuild relationships with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and influence buy-in to centralised sourcing initiativesConduct market research and competitive analysis to bring insights and innovation into procurement decisionsA successful Buyer Strategic Procurement will have:Background in procurement, buying, supply chain or commercial rolesStrong analytical and commercial thinking skillsConfident communication style with the ability to influence without direct authorityInterest in digital transformation, automation, and data-led procurement practicesFamiliarity with eProcurement or contract management tools is a plusSelf-starter mentality with the ability to thrive in a decentralised, agile environmentKey Benefits:Salary: 30,000 50,000 (depending on experience)Pension & Benefits PackageHybrid working & international exposureHigh-potential development path into senior procurement or category rolesNot sure if this role fits perfectly? Feel free to send your CV anyway we may have other opportunities that align with your experience.

Created: 2025-06-14