Senior Procurement Buyer

Acorn by Synergie; Cricklade; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Procurement Buyer in the Swindon area. The role offers a salary between £38,000 - £40,000 per annum, alongside a performance-related bonus and hybrid working model. Candidates should have strong procurement experience and be organized with excellent negotiation skills. This opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact within a supportive team.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus scheme

Supportive team with career development opportunities

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Strong experience in a buying or procurement role.
• Proven ability to build supplier relationships and negotiate effectively.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement of goods and services to meet targets.
• Drive strategic sourcing and supplier management.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts and agreements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

Minimum GCSE-level education

CIPS, CIOB or RICS qualification (or working towards)

Job description

Overview

Senior Procurement Buyer – Swindon area. Permanent position with hybrid working (two days from home). Salary £38,000 - £40,000 per annum plus a performance-related bonus. Full-time hours, Monday to Friday, with office near Swindon (own transport required).

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Retail Senior Buyer to join a forward-thinking and growing business near Swindon. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional ready to take the next step in their career and play a key role in a dynamic team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact within a supportive and ambitious procurement environment.

Key Duties / Responsibilities

• Lead procurement of goods and services to meet commercial and operational targets.
• Drive strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management.
• Lead, coach, and mentor junior members of the procurement team.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, pricing, and rebate agreements.
• Collaborate with Quantity Surveyors, Estimators, and other internal stakeholders.
• Support procurement for key construction and retail fit-out projects.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery targets, and pricing compliance.
• Develop procurement schedules based on project specifications and drawings.
• Ensure adherence to all internal processes and health & safety requirements.

Requirements

• Strong experience in a buying or procurement role.
• Excellent Excel skills and general IT competency.
• Proven ability to build supplier relationships and negotiate effectively.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• CIPS, CIOB or RICS qualification (or working towards – desirable).
• Full UK driving licence (site not accessible via public transport).
• Minimum GCSE-level education.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary between £38,000 - £40,000 (DOE).
• Performance-based bonus scheme.
• Hybrid working model.
• Supportive team with career development opportunities.
• A growing and respected company environment.
• Free on-site parking.

How to Apply

Interested? Apply now with your updated CV or contact the team at Acorn by Synergie for more information.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment