Buyer - IT

Serco Limited; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global services provider is seeking a Buyer specialising in IT to manage supplier relations and optimize spend. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of sourcing experience and strong communication skills. This role offers competitive benefits including flexible working options and career development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Annual leave purchase scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a buying or sourcing role, ideally in IT.
• Solid understanding of sourcing principles and contract lifecycle management.
• Experience using eSourcing platforms and strong Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tactical procurement projects in compliance with sourcing processes.
• Run end-to-end sourcing activities, including supplier negotiations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and sourcing solutions.

Skills

Buying or sourcing experience

Communication and relationship-building

Organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Education

CIPS qualification or working towards

Tools

eSourcing platforms

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Job description

Buyer - IT
Flexible Location with some Travel
Full Time, Permanent
Band 5 / Up to £40,000 (dependent on experience)

Here at Serco, we're looking for a Buyer specialising in the IT category to play a key role in shaping how Serco manages its supplier base and optimises spend across our global operations. This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional with a strong interest in technology and digital services to grow their expertise in a complex, fast-paced environment.

As an IT Category Buyer, you will provide sourcing and procurement expertise to support the delivery of value across Serco's IT spend. Working alongside Category Managers and stakeholders across the business, you will help run sourcing events, negotiate supplier contracts, and deliver key tactical procurement projects aligned with our wider IT strategy.

As part of this you'll:

Deliver tactical procurement projects (typically <£250k) in compliance with Serco's sourcing processes.

Support larger procurement initiatives (>£250k) led by Category Managers and Senior Buyers.

Run end-to-end sourcing activities, including RFx development, evaluation, and supplier negotiations.

Collaborate with IT and digital stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into sourcing solutions.

Support supplier due diligence, risk mitigation, and ongoing supplier relationship management.

Assist with drafting and finalising contracts, with support from Legal and Procurement colleagues.

Maintain accurate records, ensure governance compliance, and track cost savings and other benefits.

Promote the use of preferred suppliers and contribute to category strategy execution.

What you'll need to do the role:

Minimum 2 years' experience in a buying or sourcing role - ideally in IT or technology categories.

A solid understanding of sourcing principles and contract lifecycle management.

Experience using eSourcing platforms and strong Microsoft Office skills (Power BI desirable).

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with a proactive, collaborative mindset.

Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

A passion for Procurement and a desire to grow within a global organisation.

CIPS qualification (or working towards) is desirable.

Why Serco:

Meaningful and vital work: In this position, your work is vital to the business, in terms of decisions and growth. You will gain aworld of opportunity working for a globally operating business delivering essential services across 5 vital sectors, personal growth, achievement and development won't be hard to find. You'll also work with great people. You'll find yourself working in a highly motivated, supportive environment where no two days are the same, with experienced colleagues who strive for excellence.

What we offer:

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Annual leave purchase scheme.

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Flexible working options.

Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.

A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plans, free flu jabs and more.

A wealth of career development training to suit your future aspirations. These range from role specific training, leadership coaching, formal study and much more to support you to build your career with Serco.

A safe and supportive culture.

A company passionate about diversity and inclusion.