Project Buyer

Freedom Group; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Group is looking for a Project Buyer to join their team in Leeds or London, offering hybrid working. This role involves negotiating pricing, managing supply chains, and supporting projects across various sectors. The ideal candidate will have project procurement experience and a drive to succeed. Competitive salary and a range of benefits are offered, contributing to personal wellbeing and career progression.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicles)

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution

Personal wellbeing and volunteer days

Private medical insurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits (dental, gym, travel insurance)

Qualifications

• Project-based procurement experience required.
• Experience in managing project procurement spends.
• Enthusiasm and drive to engage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Negotiating pricing and lead times for the company.
• Managing supply chains and engaging suppliers for value.
• Collaborating with teams for timely sourcing.

Skills

Negotiating

Supply Chain Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Market Understanding

Creativity

Education

CIPS qualification (or willingness to obtain)

Job description

Freedom Group has a fantastic opportunity for a Project Buyer to join their team in Leeds or London, with potential for hybrid working. Reporting to the Procurement Manager (Connections), this role supports current projects and assists with new tenders. The successful candidate will work closely with the commercial team and cover both Direct and Indirect categories, including Sub-Contractors, Civils, Utilities, Cabling, Switchgears, Transformers, etc.

Key responsibilities include:

• Negotiating pricing and lead times to secure the best value for the company
• Managing supply chains and engaging suppliers to maximize value
• Collaborating with operational and commercial teams to ensure timely sourcing and delivery
• Working with operational teams to ensure subcontractors and suppliers meet contract requirements and deliver value
• Handling daily operational queries to meet project targets and service level agreements

Candidate requirements:

We seek candidates with project-based procurement experience, confidence, and drive. Ideally, you will be CIPS qualified or willing to obtain relevant qualifications. Experience should include:

• Managing project procurement spends and purchasing key materials
• Experience in both direct and indirect procurement
• Enthusiasm, creativity, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to support colleagues across different sectors
• Market understanding and reactive capability
• Willingness to travel within the UK as needed

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicles)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell additional days
• Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution
• Personal wellbeing and volunteer days
• Private medical insurance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health and wellbeing support
• Flexible benefits such as dental, gym, travel insurance, and tax-free bikes

Next steps:

We are committed to building an inclusive culture. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. About us:

Freedom Group is part of NG Bailey Group, a leading UK engineering and services business established in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3,000 employees. We focus on developing our people through training and support, working on innovative projects across various sectors. We value progression and provide clear development paths supported by regular reviews and training.