Buyer & Supply chain executive

Robertson Sumner; Watford; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Team bonus of up to £1,000/month

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager for their Global Corporate Procurement team in London. The ideal candidate will have experience in procurement or sourcing and must exhibit strong communication and organizational skills. You will be responsible for building relationships with suppliers, analysing customer requests, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. This full-time role offers a competitive base salary and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Some experience in procurement or sourcing preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Strong task prioritization and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong supplier and customer relationships.
• Analyse customer requests and recommend solutions.
• Source products globally and generate competitive quotations.
• Negotiate supplier terms for best value.
• Provide commercial support throughout the quoting process.
• Ensure compliance with customer procedures and quality standards.
• Meet personal KPIs and team sales targets.

Skills

Hardworking and self-motivated

Excellent work management

Strong attention to detail

Clear communication

Resilient problem-solver

Job description

Strategic Sourcing Manager, Global Corporate Procurement

Location: London, England, United Kingdom

Base salary: £60,000 per annum

Why Join Us?

• Work Across Key Industries – Engage with projects in mining, oil & gas, marine, and renewables.
• Premium Customer Service Culture – Deliver real value and become a trusted point of contact for your clients.
• Career Progression – Opportunity to grow into a client-facing, commercially-influential role.
• Rewarding Compensation – Competitive base salary plus a team bonus of up to £1,000/month (post-probation).
• Supportive & Dynamic Team – Join a hardworking, motivated team that values clear communication and collaboration.

Key Role Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong supplier and customer relationships.
• Analyse customer requests to assess technical feasibility and recommend suitable solutions.
• Source products globally and generate competitive quotations that meet customer specifications.
• Negotiate supplier terms to secure the best value.
• Provide responsive technical and commercial support throughout the quoting and ordering process.
• Work closely with sales, operations, and finance teams to deliver excellent customer service.
• Ensure compliance with detailed customer procedures and quality standards.
• Consistently meet personal KPIs and team sales targets.

Key Attributes Required

We’re open to candidates with some experience in procurement or sourcing, but are equally keen to meet individuals with the right mindset and soft skills:

• Hardworking and self‑motivated with a positive attitude.
• Excellent work management and task prioritisation.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Clear communicator – both verbally and in writing (phone and email).
• Resilient problem‑solver with a collaborative, team‑first approach.

Salary & Package

• Bonus: Up to £1,000 per month (team‑based, awarded post 6‑month probation)

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Purchasing and General Business

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting, Computer and Network Security, and IT System Installation and Disposal