Senior Buyer

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Blackpool; Hybrid; GBP 78,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Defence company in the UK is seeking a Senior Buyer for a 12-month contract based in Samlesbury. The role involves developing and managing procurement strategies, engaging with stakeholders, and leading supplier assessments. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in procurement and strong negotiation skills. The company offers hybrid working arrangements with 2-3 days on-site per week.

Qualifications

• Senior buyer with track record in procurement strategies.
• 5 years' experience in procurement/supply chain role.
• Experience within manufacturing equipment categories.

Responsibilities

• Own, influence and liaise with key stakeholders.
• Create procurement strategies and contracting routes.
• Lead tender reviews with multiple functions.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Contract negotiation

Supplier Management

Education

Degree in a related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Senior Buyer

12 Month Contract

Samlesbury Based (Hybrid, 2-3 days per week on site)

£38.97 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35

This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UKs leading Defence companies based Samlesbury. Hybrid working, 2-3 days per week on site.

Roles & responsibilities will include:
* Own, influence and liaise with key stakeholders to determine their requirements
* Create procurement strategies and contracting routes
* Lead the process to prepare and issue pre-qualification & RFP documents
* Develop assessment criteria to be utilised to select the successful bid
* Lead tender reviews with multiple functions to determine the most suitable supplier
* Prepare contract documents
* Actively identify and deliver savings
* Where required undertake visits to assess potential suppliers
* Have a continuous improvement mindset

The Successful Applicant:
To be considered for this role you will be a buyer/senior buyer with a track record of developing, implementing & managing procurement strategies, ideally relating to Manufacturing Equipment projects.

Skills Required:
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
* Contract skills, including contract negotiation
* Supplier Management

Experience Required:
* Experience working in a similar position or a related degree
* Experience within construction and/or manufacturing equipment categories
* Strong negotiation and communication skills
* Ability to work under pressure, whilst ensuring deadlines are met
* Experience with Word and Excel software
* Comfortable in a fast-paced commercial environment
* 5 years' experience in a procurement/supply chain role

For more information please contact Lauren Morley at JAM Recruitment

Job Info

Job Title:

Senior Buyer

Company:

JAM Recruitment Ltd

Location:

Blackpool, Lancashire

Posted:

Jul 9th 2025

Closes:

Aug 9th 2025

Sector:

Military, Emergency & Government

Contract:

Contract

Hours:

Full Time

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