Senior Procurement Buyer - Hybrid, Strategic Sourcing

Wales & West Utilities; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gas distribution company in the UK is seeking a Buyer to support their Procurement Strategy and Annual Procurement Plan. The role involves managing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Candidates should possess relevant procurement experience and ideally an MCIPS qualification. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching

Flexible benefits scheme

Access to Financial Wellbeing Programme

Enhanced parental leave pay

Company Sick Pay

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• Demonstrable relevant procurement experience and/or MCIPS qualification.
• Strong understanding of contract terms.
• Good understanding of EU procurement regulations.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for sourcing and contract queries.
• Maintain the category AVL for supplier accreditation.
• Ensure compliance with WWU procurement policy and procedures.

Skills

Procurement experience

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Understanding of EU procurement regulations

Ownership and responsibility

Data manipulation

ERP applications experience

Tools

SAP S/4

Ariba Buyer

Job description

A leading gas distribution company in the UK is seeking a Buyer to support their Procurement Strategy and Annual Procurement Plan. The role involves managing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Candidates should possess relevant procurement experience and ideally an MCIPS qualification. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements.