Senior Buyer - Medical Equipment

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based healthcare organisation is seeking a Senior Buyer to oversee procurement of medical products and services. This role requires managing supplier relationships and implementing cost-saving initiatives, making a significant impact on procurement strategies within a reputable organisation.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in strategic sourcing and category management.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to develop strategies.
• Experience in managing commercial contracts with basic contract law knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead category management for medical products ensuring effective sourcing.
• Maintain supplier relationships focusing on cost control and quality assurance.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives without compromising service quality.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Strategic sourcing

Commercial acumen

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Buyer – Medical Equipment

About the Role:

A leading UK-based healthcare organisation is seeking a Senior Buyer to oversee the procurement of medical products and services across its hospital network. This pivotal role involves managing supplier relationships, ensuring cost-effective sourcing, and driving value through strategic procurement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead category management for medical products, ensuring competitive and effective sourcing.
• Maintain and enhance supplier relationships, focusing on cost control, quality assurance, and risk management.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising service quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support service enhancements and procurement projects.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven expertise in strategic sourcing and category management, preferably within the healthcare sector.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to develop and execute fact-based negotiation strategies.
• Experience in drafting and managing commercial contracts; basic knowledge of contract law.
• Demonstrated ability to work closely with internal stakeholders to achieve successful commercial outcomes.
• Commercial acumen with a focus on total cost of ownership and delivering added value.
• Experience working within cross-functional teams to drive procurement projects.

This is an opportunity to be part of a reputable healthcare organisation committed to excellence and innovation. The role offers the chance to make a significant impact on procurement strategies and contribute to the organisation's mission of delivering high-quality healthcare services.

If you are a procurement professional with a passion for healthcare and a track record of strategic sourcing success, please submit your CV by applying to the advert or emailing [emailprotected]