Buyer - Indirects

Michael Page; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is looking for a Procurement Specialist to manage sourcing events aligned with the Procurement Strategy. The ideal candidate will possess demonstrable procurement experience and an MCIPS qualification. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, 25 days of annual leave, a pension plan, flexible benefits, and comprehensive training and development initiatives.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension with employer contribution

Flexible benefits scheme

Financial wellbeing programme

Annual salary review and discretionary bonus

Company sick pay

Qualifications

• Demonstrable procurement experience required.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of contract terms.
• Good knowledge of EU procurement regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage sourcing events.
• Act as the main contact for suppliers and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies.

Skills

Procurement experience

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Supply management

Education

MCIPS qualification

Tools

SAP S/4

Ariba

Procurement systems

Job description

This role supports the delivery of the organisation's Procurement Strategy and Annual Procurement Plan, managing both planned and ad‑hoc sourcing activity. You'll act as a key procurement contact for stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring value, compliance and strong supplier performance.

Client Details

My client is a large, regulated utilities business responsible for the operation, maintenance and development of essential energy infrastructure across Wales and the South West of England.

The organisation plays a vital role in serving local communities, focusing on safety, reliability and long‑term resilience, while investing significantly in sustainability and the transition towards a carbon‑free energy future.

Description

• Support and manage sourcing events aligned to the Annual Procurement Plan and ad‑hoc business requirements
• Act as the first point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders on sourcing and contract queries
• Support contract management activities to maximise value and manage supplier performance
• Maintain the Approved Vendor List (AVL) ensuring supplier competence and accreditation
• Promote and ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures and governance
• Provide guidance and support to stakeholders on procurement systems and initiatives (e.g. SRM tools)
• Assist in the development and implementation of new procurement policies and processes

Profile

• Demonstrable procurement experience and/or MCIPS qualification with practical, end‑to‑end tendering experience
• Strong commercial awareness with a sound understanding of contract terms and supplier management
• Good working knowledge of EU procurement regulations and best‑practice processes
• Confident stakeholder manager, able to influence and support at pace
• Proactive self‑starter with strong ownership and accountability
• Experience using procurement systems and ERP platforms (ideally SAP S/4, Ariba or similar)

Job Offer

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (flexible to reflect personal beliefs)
• Pension with Aviva: 5% employee contribution, doubled to 10% by the employer (15% total)
• 14x salary life assurance
• Flexible benefits scheme (gym, dental, health cash plans)
• Financial wellbeing programme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Retail discounts and cashback scheme
• Annual salary review and discretionary bonus
• Company sick pay
• In‑house occupational health and employee assistance programme
• Comprehensive training and development