Senior Buyer – IT & Telecoms Procurement

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Buyer to join their procurement team. The role involves obtaining quotations, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement regulations. Ideal candidates will have procurement experience, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. This position offers a competitive salary in a supportive workplace that champions diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Defined benefits pension scheme

Family-friendly initiatives

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Relevant procurement experience ideally in IT Software & hardware procurement.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for effective interaction with internal customers.
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Obtain quotations for purchases to develop accurate specifications.
• Create, advertise, evaluate, and award tenders to suppliers.
• Organise and maintain document management for procurement.

Skills

Purchasing

Sourcing

Procurement

Negotiation

Supply Chain Experience

Tools

SAP

ERP Systems

Job description

A renowned educational institution in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Buyer to join their procurement team. The role involves obtaining quotations, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement regulations. Ideal candidates will have procurement experience, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. This position offers a competitive salary in a supportive workplace that champions diversity and inclusion.