Buyer

Aureos; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A procurement specialist firm in the UK is looking for a Buyer to manage procurement for indirect goods and services. The role focuses on leading suppliers' negotiations and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates should possess solid experience in indirect procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to foster stakeholder relationships. Benefits include a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and work within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career advancement

Dynamic and supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in indirect procurement or purchasing (2–5 years preferred).
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure indirect goods and services according to company policies.
• Lead RFQs, tenders, and supplier negotiations.
• Monitor supply chain performance using KPIs to drive improvement.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement skills

Organizational skills

Team development skills

Education

CIPS qualification

2-5 years of experience in indirect procurement

Tools

Procurement software (e.g., COINS)

Job description

Aureos are currently seeking a Buyer to join our group function. This role involves managing the end-to-end procurement of indirect goods and services, including but is not limited to categories such as stationary, PPE and workwear, IT, facilities, marketing, professional services.

As a Buyer you will have experience in the construction sector and ideally managing indirect spend. You will lead RFQs, tenders, and contract negotiations while ensuring compliance with regulatory and sustainability standards. You will driving continuous improvement in supply chain operations monitoring key performance indicators, and identifying opportunities for cost savings, risk mitigation, and process efficiency.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive negotiator and relationship builder, have an analytical mindset and strong stakeholder engagement skills will support data-driven decision-making and foster collaborative partnerships with suppliers and internal teams.

The successful candidate will have the option to work within one of our offices in Crewe, Nottingham or Sheffield

Indirect Procurement Management

• Source and procure indirect goods and services in line with company policies and category strategies
• Lead RFQs, tenders, and supplier negotiations to secure best value
• Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers
• Develop Strategic Relationships with key DNO suppliers, leveraging reputation, commercial strength, and route to market to mutual benefit.

Supplier Relationship Management

• Monitor supply chain performance using KPIs and analytics to drive continuous improvement
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost reduction and innovation
• Deliver contract negotiations and supplier performance reviews

Stakeholder management and Collaboration

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand needs and align procurement strategies
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Provide efficient and timely procurement of materials in line with the overall business strategy.

Cost Negotiation and Budget Management

• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings without compromising quality.
• Collaborate with the project teams to manage budgets effectively.

Compliance and Documentation

• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, legal, ethical, and sustainability standards and company policies.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier information.
• Work closely with Finance Department and resolve any invoice related issues to allow smooth P2P process.

Qualifications, Training, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proven experience in indirect procurement or purchasing (2–5 years preferred)
• Experience in procuring materials related to indirect spend
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with procurement software and tools.Familiarity with procurement systems (e.g. COINS)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• CIPS qualification (or working towards)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment.

Equal opportunities

Aureos are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.