Indirect Buyer

1000 Brompton Bicycle Ltd; Greenford; Sur place; GBP 35 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

9 Day Fortnight

Annual Leave - 25 days + bank holidays

Competitive Salary + pension + profit

Résumé du poste

Brompton Bicycle Ltd is seeking an experienced procurement professional to support the indirect procurement function in the UK. The role focuses on data-driven cost saving, supplier management, and contract development to ensure quality and service while optimizing spend across indirect categories.

You will analyse current spends, drive cost reductions, and help implement robust contracts and long-term agreements, contributing to a reliable, sustainable supply chain for sourced parts and

Qualifications

• Experience in indirect procurement and managing supplier relationships.
• Experience handling bids and tenders for contracting work.
• Strong data analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and KPI improvements.

Responsabilités

• Support Indirect Procurement Manager with day-to-day activities.
• Analyse spends and identify cost-saving opportunities in indirect categories.
• Develop and implement contracts and long-term agreements for sourced parts/services.
• Manage bids and tenders for contracting work.
• Maintain records of orders, receipts and issues; investigate and resolve problems.
• Develop and introduce KPIs across indirect categories.

Connaissances

Communication

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Outils

MRP/APS systems

Excel

Description du poste

About Brompton

We make bikes that move differently. Every fold, every ride, every detail matters. At Brompton, engineering and craft meet freedom of expression. Each bike invites you to explore your city, your routine, and yourself in new ways. We don’t just make bikes. We shape possibilities. Over fifty years of innovation flow through every frame, and every team member helps shape what comes next. We are looking for a [Role Title] to help us keep moving differently. As Brompton continues to grow, the need to centralise and control the indirect spend has become increasingly important, and as such Brompton is looking for someone to support the Indirect Procurement Manager with the day‑to‑day indirect procurement activities. This role will require you to be a self‑starter, good at analysing data, whilst ensuring that parts/services and contracts are delivered in line with the business and stakeholders’ expectations. Targeting cost saving & consolidation opportunities in the indirect categories whilst maintaining quality and service. Analysing the current spends and look for opportunities to save costs in line with the business KPI’s. Drive and develop a reliable, sustainable, and robust supply chain for alternatively sourced parts and services. Help develop and implement contracts and long‑term agreement for all newly sourced parts and services. Managing bids and tenders for all contracting work Reducing the burden on BBL trading terms and import duties (where applicable) and taxes. Maintain records of goods ordered and received, ensuring that any issues are fully investigated and resolved. Develop and introduce KPI's throughout the indirect categories. Attending internal meetings as and when necessary, with various departments. Compliance with the processes and procedures in place within BBL. Working on other projects as and when required Any other tasks that may be deemed necessary.

Who you are

• Good communication skills at different levels of the business.
• Ability to build key relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Driven, motivated and a positive attitude.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Punctual, methodical, adaptable, and reliable.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Good analytical skills

Desired Experience

• Experience working with suppliers.
• Experience in a “hands on” procurement role.
• Working knowledge of MRP/APS systems
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel, Word, and Teams.
• CIPS certified, desirable but not essential.

Why Brompton?

Because we make bikes that surprise and delight, we want people who do the same. Your work matters. You’ll get hands‑on, tackle real problems, and see the results on the streets, on the train and across cities around the world. At Brompton, craft, curiosity and community come together every day and you’ll be part of it.

Benefits at Brompton

• Brompton offers you an excellent working environment with enthusiastic colleagues who get along, communicate and co‑operate well with each other. The working climate is informal, but we work hard. Next to good terms of employment, Brompton offers you the opportunity to work in a responsible and challenging job within a dynamic, international and ambitious environment. We are all proud to be part of Brompton Bicycle Ltd; we all share the same passion and dedication to the company and the product, despite any differences in cultural backgrounds and skills.
• 9 Day Fortnight – This is a flexible working pattern which individuals can opt in for where an employee works their contractual hours across 9 days instead of 10 days. (i.e. 80 hours across 9 days instead of 10 days). This mean the individual would work an additional hour across Monday to Thursday (across the 2 week period) to gain their Friday off
• Annual Leave – 25 days annual leave, plus all UK bank holidays, prorated
• Competitive Salary – Plus workplace pension scheme and profit share bonus.
• Brompton Discount - Get ready to bike in style, as all employee’s receive up to 60% off their very own bike and accessories, plus there are discounts for your friends and family too.
• Staff Loan Bike – All employees are eligible to receive a Brompton Bicycle which they can use free of charge for up to 3 months
• Free Breakfast – Unlimited, all‑day access to an array of fruit and cereal
• Breakout Areas – Unwind on the mezzanine floor which contains a ping‑pong, foosball and pool table and other games like darts and a giant Connect‑4!
• Learning and Development - Access to free LinkedIn Learning and opportunity to devote some of your time at work to personal development.
• We value professional development and actively promote internal promotions and opportunities.
• Benefits - Workplace Pension Scheme, Flexible Working, Cycle to Work Scheme and other benefits.
• Mental Health – We provide access to a confidential EAP that offers counselling, resources and support for various mental health challenges.
• Paid Leave – We offer an enhanced Family, Paternity and Maternity leave pay.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Commitment

Regardless of age, disability, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, culture, educational background, parental status, neurodiversity or disability - whoever you are, if you’re passionate about your work, curious, relentless and customer‑obsessed, we want to hear from you.

Our Values

We Take Pride - Quality is born in the details We Build Community - A Brompton brings people together We Are Human - Being ourselves create magic We Are Curious - Inspiration is everywhere We Bring Energy - Our movement and momentum are infectious Brompton Bicycle is more than just a company - we're a community of innovators who are passionate about changing the world, one bike at a time. Our bikes are not just a means of transportation - they're a reflection of our values, creativity, and commitment to excellence. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to build a diverse and inclusive workforce at our company. At Brompton we aspire to engage with diverse individuals, communities, and organisations in order to continue to nurture a rich diverse culture. We Take Pride - Quality is born in the details We Build Community - A Brompton brings people together We Are Human - Being ourselves create magic We Are Curious - Inspiration is everywhere We Bring Energy - Our movement and momentum are infectious