Group Buyer

Prime Trading Group; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic procurement group based in Glasgow is seeking a Group Buyer to manage the end-to-end procurement processes. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation and supplier management skills, with proven experience in a similar role. Responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. This position offers a competitive salary with bonuses linked to performance and opportunities for flexible working.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Buyer or Procurement role ideally within a multi-site or Group environment.
• Strong negotiation, commercial, and supplier relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process across the Group ensuring best value from suppliers.
• Develop and implement Group-wide sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance and conduct regular reviews.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

CIPS qualification (or working towards it)

Tools

Procurement Systems

ERP Systems

Job description

GROUP BUYER

Reports to: Group Business Manager

Contract: Permanent Full-Time

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 08:30 to 17:00

Based: Glasgow with occasional travel to regional offices (Warrington and St Albans)

Salary: 45000 per annum

Annual Bonus: Up to 30% of basic salary bonus linked to performance

Flexible working: There may be flexibility in working hours following successful completion of probation period and business needs.

ABOUT PRIME TRADING GROUP

We are an innovative Group of complementary businesses focused on providing hard and soft services in a smart way across a range of sectors.

We are growing quickly and have ambitious plans to achieve a turnover of 50m per annum by 2030. We embrace new ideas and change and have value everyones input into how we continue to thrive and grow.

As part of our Road to 2030 Strategic Roadmap we have introduced a Long Term Bonus scheme for employees. This scheme is designed to recognise the commitment made by our employees who help us achieve our Group profit objectives over the long term and provide a reward which allows our employees to share in the success of the business.

• Integrity
• Customer Excellence
• Plain-Speaking
• Agility
• Courage & Conviction.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Group Buyer is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process across the PTG Group ensuring best value quality and service from suppliers. This role will drive cost efficiency standardisation and compliance across all business units while supporting the Groups strategic objectives and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

WHO YOU ARE

We are looking for an organised self-motivated Buyer with well-developed interpersonal skills. You will be able to manage your tasks to deliver a high-quality service at a high tempo. You will be an effective communicator at all levels and can think on your feet and be responsive to the Groups business needs. If you are ready for the next stage of your career then Prime Trading Group could be the place for you.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Procurement

• Develop and implement Group-wide sourcing strategies aligned with business and operational objectives.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings process improvement and supplier consolidation.
• Support the development and roll-out of Group procurement policies procedures and governance frameworks.

Supplier Management

• Source evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best commercial and contractual outcomes.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality reliability and ethical compliance.
• Monitor supplier performance address issues proactively and conduct regular reviews.

Operational Buying

• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process including requisitions purchase orders and contract management.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement activities meet operational and budgetary needs.
• Maintain accurate records of transactions supplier data and pricing agreements.

Data Reporting & Compliance

• Analyse spend data to identify trends risks and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure all procurement activity complies with Group policies health and safety standards and legal requirements.
• Contribute to audit and risk management processes through accurate reporting and documentation.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Partner with Finance Operations and other business units to align purchasing decisions with Group strategy.
• Support digital transformation and process improvements within procurement.
• Promote sustainability and CSR initiatives through responsible sourcing practices.

REQUIREMENTS (ESSENTIAL)

• Proven experience in a Buyer or Procurement role ideally within a multi-site or Group environment.
• Strong negotiation commercial and supplier relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using procurement or ERP systems.

REQUIREMENTS (DESIRABLE)

• Experience within the construction or security sectors.
• CIPS qualification (or working towards it).
• Understanding of sustainability ESG and ethical sourcing practices.

YOUR PERFORMANCE WILL BE DRIVEN BY A MINDSET BUILT ON

• Striving for excellence in all you do
• Being adaptable and flexible
• Liaising with colleagues to ensure controls and processes are maintained
• Being business-minded and commercially aware with strong attention to detail
• Making astute decisions
• Being proactive and self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Bringing a collaborative approach and ability to influence across departments and senior levels
• Being committed to continuous improvement and driving operational excellence
• Having courage of your convictions to do the right thing.

As a fair and ethical employer in accordance with guidelines taken from the 2010 Equality Act Prime Trading Group is committed to promoting equal opportunities for all; irrespective of colour race religion or belief ethnic or national origins gender marital / civil partnership status sexuality disability or age.

REQUIRED SKILLS

CIPS ERP Systems Strategic Procurement Supplier Management Operational Buying Data Reporting & Compliance Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Procurement

REQUIRED EDUCATION

CIPS qualification (or working towards it)

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