Buyer - Procurement

1st Executive Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement consultancy in Manchester is seeking a commercially sharp Buyer. You will develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and manage category spend. The role requires strong negotiation skills and experience in a commercial setting. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic team, with the autonomy to lead and support for growth.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies balancing cost, quality, and risk.
• Run sourcing events and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Manage category spend and deliver against strategic goals.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical mindset

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Job description

Overview

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