Senior Buyer, Healthcare & Laboratory

JR United Kingdom; Banbury; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A research-driven organization is seeking a Senior Buyer for Healthcare & Laboratory to oversee procurement for its new campus in Oxford. The role requires expertise in sourcing and negotiating essential materials for laboratory and clinical operations, contributing to sustainable solutions in scientific research. Candidates should demonstrate strong negotiation skills, experience with laboratory supplies, and knowledge of procurement regulations.

Benefits

Competitive salary and excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience working with laboratory reagents and clinical trial supplies preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and regulatory requirements.
• Strong experience in procurement processes and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of healthcare and laboratory products and services.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers for optimal terms.
• Evaluate supplier performance and maintain vendor relationships.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor Relationship Management

Cost-Saving Initiatives

Education

Experience in laboratory and clinical supply procurement

Tools

Procurement Software

ERP Systems

Inventory Management Tools

Job description

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Client:

CK Group

Location:

banbury, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

CK Group are recruiting for a Senior Buyer, Healthcare & Laboratory, to join a growing and exciting research facility in Oxford, on a permanent basis. This role will be hybrid, requiring you to be on-site for three days a week.

The Company:

A research-driven organisation led by talented scientists and entrepreneurs, dedicated to creating sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. This exciting new campus will feature state of art R&D facility, specialised laboratories, oncology clinics and focus on bridging scientific discovery with real-world applications by integrating expertise from various fields, including biomedical science, engineering, and public health.

The Role:

Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially savvy Senior Buyer, Healthcare & Laboratory, to source, negotiate, purchase and manage the supply of essential materials and equipment for the facilities department, including both laboratory research and clinical operations.

Responsibilities:

• Managing the procurement of healthcare and laboratory products and services.
• Working closely with Legal Services to ensure timely contract reviews.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure optimal terms and pricing.
• Evaluating supplier performance and maintaining strong vendor relationships.
• Developing and implementing cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
• Manage the documentation required for procurement, including purchase orders, invoices, contracts, and shipping records.

Your Background:

• Experience of working with laboratory reagents, consumables, equipment, and clinical trial supplies is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and regulatory requirements related to procurement in scientific settings.
• Experience with procurement software, ERP systems, and inventory management tools is desirable.

Competitive with an excellent benefits package.

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It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 137 409 in all correspondence.