Hybrid Remote Category Buyer – Education Procurement

Commercial Services Group; Aylesford; Remote; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services provider is seeking a Category Buyer to manage supplier relationships and ensure schools in the UK have access to quality resources. Responsibilities include sourcing products, negotiating commercial terms, and supporting marketing initiatives. Ideal candidates will have strong negotiation skills and previous procurement experience. This full-time role offers competitive salary and benefits, including 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

An additional day off for your birthday

Access to retail and gym membership discount schemes

Life assurance and health cash plan

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a buying, sourcing, or procurement role.
• Confidence working with suppliers and internal teams across functions.
• Knowledge of the education market or public sector frameworks (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Managing supplier relationships and commercial agreements.
• Sourcing and reviewing products for a competitive range.
• Leading cost negotiations and agreeing terms.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Commercial awareness

Organisation and attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to manage multiple projects

Job description

A leading educational services provider is seeking a Category Buyer to manage supplier relationships and ensure schools in the UK have access to quality resources. Responsibilities include sourcing products, negotiating commercial terms, and supporting marketing initiatives. Ideal candidates will have strong negotiation skills and previous procurement experience. This full-time role offers competitive salary and benefits, including 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.