Senior Retail Procurement Buying Lead

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

Job summary

A forward-thinking recruitment agency near Swindon is looking for a Senior Retail Procurement Buying Lead to join their team. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 plus bonuses and allows for hybrid working. The ideal candidate will have strong procurement experience, excellent Excel skills, and a full UK driving license. This position involves leading procurement efforts for retail fit-out projects and mentoring junior team members, with some international travel required.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus scheme

Hybrid working

Supportive team with career development opportunities

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Strong experience in a buying or procurement role required.
• Excellent Excel skills and general IT competency needed.
• Full UK driving licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement of goods and services to meet targets.
• Drive strategic sourcing and manage supplier relationships.
• Lead, coach, and mentor junior procurement team members.

Skills

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)

Full UK driving licence required

Education

Minimum GCSE-level education

Job description

Senior Retail Procurement buying Lead

Swindon | £40,000 per annum + Company Bonus | Hybrid Working - 2 Days Home / 3 Days Office | Monday - Friday | Permanent | Some International Travel

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a Senior procurement lead, to join a growing, forward-thinking business near Swindon. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to take the next step in their career, play a key role in a dynamic team, and make a real impact in retail fit-out projects. This permanent role offers a hybrid working model and requires occasional international travel, so candidates must hold a valid passport and full UK driving licence.

Key Details

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm
• Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 per annum (DOE) + performance-related bonus
• Location: Office near Swindon (hybrid working)
• Contract: Permanent, full-time

Key Responsibilities

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

Skills & Experience Required

• 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 required.
• Minimum GCSE-level education.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £40,000 plus bonus
• Performance-based bonus scheme.
• Hybrid working: 2 days home, 3 days office.
• Supportive team with career development opportunities.
• Growing and respected company environment.
• Free on-site parking.

Interested?

Apply now with your up-to-date CV or contact the team at Acorn by Synergie for more information.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment