Hybrid Assistant Buyer – Procurement & Sourcing

BUPA; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday pro rata

Hybrid working

Wellbeing programme

Pension

Employee discounts

Job summary

Bupa is seeking an Assistant Buyer for a fixed-term contract (FTC) ending February 2027 to support sourcing activities in the UK market. The role combines procurement administration with data-driven insights, including supplier benchmarking and tender support.

Hybrid working up to 3 days from home, with salary £26,500–£28,000 depending on experience. Full-time (37.5 hours) at Bupa Place, Salford Quays.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast paced administrative role is essential.
• Experience within a buying/procurement function would be advantageous.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Good communication skills and the ability to explain information clearly.
• Experience building effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Confidence working with data and reporting tools.
• Good Microsoft Office skills.
• Negotiation or contract administration experience would be advantageous.
• A positive and professional approach with a willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing activities across one or more procurement categories.
• Help develop and maintain category plans that identify opportunities for savings and improvements.
• Carry out market research and supplier benchmarking to support category strategies.
• Assist with supplier selection and tender activities, helping to achieve the best outcomes for Bupa.
• Support pre-qualification processes, supplier evaluations and commercial reviews.
• Prepare procurement reporting dashboards and provide data-driven insights.
• Coordinate supplier due diligence activities and make sure required documentation is completed on time.
• Manage procurement administration activities, including maintaining supplier and contract records.
• Support contract drafting activities with relevant stakeholders.
• Promote procurement best practice across the organisation.
• Build positive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct.

Skills

Administrative experience

Procurement awareness

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Relationship building

Analytical skills

Prioritisation / time management

Attention to detail

Data reporting tools

Negotiation / contract administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bupa is seeking an Assistant Buyer for a fixed-term contract (FTC) ending February 2027 to support sourcing activities in the UK market. The role combines procurement administration with data-driven insights, including supplier benchmarking and tender support.

Hybrid working up to 3 days from home, with salary £26,500–£28,000 depending on experience. Full-time (37.5 hours) at Bupa Place, Salford Quays.