Senior Buyer-Indirect

Senior Buyer – Indirect Procurement- Permanent-Bristol (hybrid)- £55,000
Take ownership. Drive value. Shape procurement strategy.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Buyer to join a growing technology and defence business, leading indirect procurement across IT, software, facilities and professional services.

This is a chance to take ownership of key spend categories, influence commercial strategy and drive improvements across the procurement function.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead sourcing strategies, competitive tenders and commercial negotiations.

* Negotiate supplier contracts, framework agreements and SLAs.

* Manage supplier relationships, performance and risk.

* Partner with stakeholders across finance, IT, HR, engineering and operations.

* Drive cost savings, process improvements and procurement best practice.

* Challenge requirements and identify opportunities to improve value.

* Coach and develop procurement team members.

What We're Looking For

* Experience in indirect procurement, ideally across IT, software, facilities or professional services.

* Strong contract negotiation and commercial management skills.

* Experience delivering sourcing strategies and competitive tenders.

* Excellent stakeholder management and influencing abilities.

* Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and supplier risk management.

* Experience managing and developing team members.

* A proactive, analytical approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

What's on Offer?

* Competitive salary and discretionary annual bonus.

* Pension contributions matched up to 10%.

* 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

* Private medical and dental insurance.

* Hybrid working arrangements.

* Career development and training opportunities.

* Employee Assistance Programme.

* Employee discounts and salary sacrifice schemes, including electric cars, cycle-to-work and technology.

Ready for your next challenge?

If you're a commercially minded procurement professional looking to make an impact and shape the future of procurement, we'd love to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed