Operational Buyer

Nub News; Warwick; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking an experienced Operational Buyer to join the procurement team in Warwick on an initial six-month contract. You will support day-to-day purchasing activities, manage supplier relationships, raise and administer purchase orders, and drive cost-effective procurement aligned with business objectives.

Responsibilities include PO management, supplier negotiations, RFQ support, and maintaining procurement records within SAP and Excel.

Qualifications

• Experience in an operational buying/procurement role.
• Experience with PO management, supplier engagement, RFQ administration.
• Proficient in SAP procurement transactions and data reporting.
• Strong Excel data analysis and reporting capability.
• Good negotiation and supplier cost management skills.

Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders ensuring timely processing.
• Support day-to-day procurement activities across projects.
• Source quotations, coordinate RFQ activity, and support tender processes.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to achieve value.
• Review supplier terms and ensure policy compliance.
• Resolve invoicing and payment issues in collaboration with internal teams.
• Maintain procurement records and update supplier data in systems.
• Support process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Prioritise procurement activities to meet project deadlines.
• Produce procurement reports using SAP and Excel to drive decisions.

Skills

Operational buying experience

SAP procurement

Excel advanced

Negotiation skills

PO management

Education

CIPS desirable

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Operational Buyer

Location: Warwick
Contract Length: 6 Months
Daily Rate: .00 Umbrella

Our client is seeking an experienced Operational Buyer to join their procurement team on an initial six-month contract. Working within a dynamic and collaborative environment, you will be responsible for supporting day-to-day purchasing activities, managing supplier relationships, raising and administering purchase orders, and driving cost-effective procurement solutions that support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders (POs), ensuring accurate and timely processing in line with business requirements.
• Manage day-to-day procurement activities, supporting the efficient delivery of purchasing objectives across multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Source quotations from suppliers, coordinate RFQ activities, and support tender processes to secure best value and service.
• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships, including negotiating pricing, managing cost increases, and supporting commercial discussions.
• Review and agree supplier terms and conditions, ensuring compliance with company policies and procurement procedures.
• Resolve supplier, invoicing, and payment-related issues, working collaboratively with internal teams to minimise disruption to operations.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure supplier and quotation information is updated within procurement systems.
• Support operational teams with procurement-related projects, process improvements, and automation initiatives.
• Prioritise and coordinate procurement activities to meet project deadlines and changing business demands within a fast-paced environment.
• Produce and maintain procurement reports, using SAP and Excel to monitor activity, support decision-making, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience working within an Operational Buying, Purchasing, or Procurement environment, supporting end-to-end procurement activities.
• Strong knowledge of direct procurement processes, including purchase order management, supplier engagement, RFQ administration, and sourcing activities.
• Hands-on experience using SAP for procurement transactions, including purchase order processing, supplier management, and resolving purchasing-related issues.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to analyse data, maintain procurement records, and produce meaningful reports.
• Proven ability to negotiate pricing, manage supplier cost increases, and support commercial discussions to achieve value for the business.
• Experience building effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders across multiple functions and projects.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
• Experience resolving supplier, invoicing, or payment-related issues whilst maintaining high levels of customer service and supplier performance.
• A proactive and continuous improvement mindset, with experience supporting process improvements, automation initiatives, or efficiency projects being advantageous.
• Professional procurement qualifications (e.g. CIPS) or equivalent procurement experience are desirable but not essential.

Application Process

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.