Senior Buyer (Part Time)

Akkodis; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent procurement firm is seeking a Senior Buyer for a part-time role focusing on IT procurement, software, and hardware. This hybrid position involves managing the entire procurement lifecycle, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills and a proven track record in IT procurement. Occasional travel to Warwick is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT procurement (software, hardware, SaaS, or technology services).
• Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement processes.
• Able to work independently on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full procurement lifecycle across IT categories.
• Run RFQs, tenders, and negotiations to deliver best value.
• Draft, review, and execute supplier contracts.

Skills

IT procurement experience

Stakeholder management

RFQ/tender management

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Job description

Overview

Senior Buyer - IT, Software & Hardware (PART TIME)

Location: Hybrid (occasional travel to Warwick)

Contract Type: Contract

I am seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join our procurement team and take ownership of end-to-end procurement projects within IT, software, and hardware categories.

In this role, you'll work independently on projects from requirements gathering through to RFQs, supplier selection, and contract signing. You'll partner with stakeholders across the business to deliver value, ensure compliance, and build strong supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full procurement lifecycle across IT categories (software, hardware, services).
• Run RFQs, tenders, and negotiations to deliver best value.
• Draft, review, and execute supplier contracts.
• Work independently on procurement projects, reporting into the Procurement Manager.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align requirements and manage expectations.
• Support supplier risk management and ensure procurement compliance.

About You

• Proven experience in IT procurement (software, hardware, SaaS, or technology services).
• Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement processes.
• Skilled in RFQ/tender management, negotiation, and contract drafting.
• Able to work independently on multiple projects.
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to Warwick.

Company & Privacy

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Senior Buyer to make a tangible impact in a fast-moving, tech-focused procurement environment.

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

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