Buyer - Procurement

1st Executive Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in Coventry seeks a Buyer to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and manage category spend. Ideal candidates will have procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and the competence to drive results across departments. This role offers a salary of up to £50K plus benefits, with significant impact on a multi-million-pound portfolio.

Benefits

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial or procurement setting.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Confidence to challenge and support stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies.
• Run sourcing events and negotiate contracts.
• Own and manage category spend up to £30 million.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical mindset

Commercial understanding

Stakeholder management

Solution-focused approach

Job description

Buyer - Procurement

Job ref: J692171_1757693008

Up to £50K + Benefits

Ready to shape the future of procurement in a fast-moving, high-impact environment? We're looking for a commercially sharp and driven Buyer to join a dynamic procurement team. If you're eager to lead, influence, and deliver measurable value across a multi-million-pound portfolio - this could be your next big move.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that strike the right balance between cost, quality, and risk
• Run sourcing events (RFI/RFP), evaluate suppliers, and negotiate commercial contracts
• Build relationships across the business to drive alignment and deliver results
• Own and manage category spend up to £30 million, delivering against strategic goals
• Collaborate across departments to roll out effective and value-driven procurement solutions

What You Bring:

• Experience in a commercial or procurement setting
• Strong negotiation skills and a curious, analytical mindset
• Confidence to challenge and support stakeholders of all levels
• Solid understanding of procurement principles and some exposure to contract law
• Organised, adaptable, and resilient with a solutions-focused approach

Why This Role?

This is more than just a Buyer role - it's an opportunity to make a real commercial impact in a company that values bold thinking, continuous improvement, and smart decision-making. You'll have the autonomy to lead, the support to grow, and the platform to thrive.

Apply now to take your next step in a high-performing procurement team.

All applicants must hold current and valid UK Right to Work