Senior Buyer

Procurement Heads; Hounsdown; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement organization is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage procurement for major capital investment projects in the UK. The role involves developing strategies, negotiating contracts, and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure project success. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, sector-specific procurement knowledge, and leadership experience. Salary ranges from £45,000 to £65,000 with additional benefits.

Benefits

Car allowance

Discretionary bonus

Private medical insurance

Long‑term sickness insurance

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills are essential.
• Proficiency in procurement software and supply chain principles required.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams in achieving procurement objectives.
• Develop procurement strategies aligned with goals.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Mitigate risks including supply chain disruptions.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels for project support.

Skills

Negotiation and contract management skills

Procurement software proficiency

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Sector-specific procurement knowledge

Leadership experience

Understanding sustainable procurement practices

Tools

Advanced procurement systems

Inventory management systems

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Buyer to join a dynamic procurement team delivering a major capital investment programme in the South and Southeast regions. This role is part of a joint venture framework delivering a range of construction schemes to maintain and improve water supply and wastewater treatment infrastructure over a 5‑year period (2025‑2030), with a total programme value of up to £1bn. As a Senior Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the timely and cost‑effective procurement of materials, equipment, and services. You'll work closely with project teams, suppliers, and commercial stakeholders to secure best value and maintain high standards of quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Supporting project teams and procurement leadership in achieving procurement and supply chain objectives.
• Developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with project and company goals.
• Identifying and managing supplier relationships, negotiating favourable terms and ensuring reliable supply chains.
• Negotiating and managing supplier contracts.
• Mitigating procurement risks including supply chain disruptions and price volatility.
• Maintaining optimal inventory levels to support project delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and supply chain principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Sector‑specific procurement knowledge.
• Experience with advanced procurement and inventory systems.
• Leadership and mentoring experience.
• Understanding of sustainable procurement practices.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Salary: £45,000 – 65,000
• Car allowance: £5,270
• Discretionary bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Long‑term sickness insurance
• Life assurance