Senior Buyer / Immediate

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Buyer in Belfast to deliver professional procurement services. This role involves leading tender processes, managing supplier performance, and developing category plans. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of procurement experience and a relevant degree. This full-time position offers a fully negotiable salary and a benefits package.

Benefits

Fully negotiable salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' relevant procurement experience in a multi-stakeholder environment.
• Proven experience in managing tender processes and delivering value through strategic sourcing.
• Strong knowledge of procurement legislation and public sector procurement.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tender processes and contract awards.
• Develop and execute annual category plans.
• Manage and evaluate supplier performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Negotiation skills

Financial appraisal

Education

Degree in Procurement, Business, Finance or related field

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Jaggaer

Job description

Role: Senior Buyer

Department: Procurement
Salary: Fully Negotiable Depending on Experience + Benefits Package
Location: Belfast
Contract: Permanent / Full-Time

Purpose of Role

Deliver a high-performing, professional procurement service that drives value for money, sustainability, and continuous improvement through strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tender processes, including complex specification development and contract award.

• Develop and execute annual category plans, focusing on cost efficiency, sustainability, and market insight.

• Build strong stakeholder relationships and manage expectations across departments.

• Identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes and reduce duplication.

• Manage and evaluate supplier performance; build strategic supplier partnerships.

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Conduct financial appraisals, life cycle costing, and business case development.

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to support procurement project delivery.

• Stay current with sector developments through ongoing professional learning.

• Represent the organization in external procurement forums or groups.

• Contribute to team and organizational success through clear objectives and commitment.

Essential Criteria

• A degree or equivalent professional qualification in Procurement, Business, Finance, or a related field.

• Minimum 3 years' relevant procurement experience, ideally in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.

• Proven experience in managing tender processes and delivering value through strategic sourcing.

• Strong knowledge of procurement legislation, public sector procurement (if applicable), and contract law.

• Excellent analytical and financial skills, including cost analysis and business case development.

• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and manage supplier relationships effectively.

• High level of written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong planning and project management capabilities.

• Proficiency in using procurement or ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Jaggaer).

• Commitment to continuous professional development (e.g., CIPS qualification or working towards).

For further information on this opportunity, or any other jobs in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Phil Doherty via Vanrath in the strictest confidence.

INDPD

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