Strategic Buyer

Pertemps Birmingham Industrial; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Birmingham seeks a Strategic Buyer with expertise in transport procurement. This role involves managing supplier relationships, driving cost savings, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. The position offers competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Company pension scheme

Clear progression and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in transport, logistics, or supply chain procurement at a strategic level.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities within the Transport category.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop strategic sourcing plans.
• Drive cost savings and supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder Engagement

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Procurement

CIPS qualification

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Strategic Buyer - Transport Procurement Focus
Location: Birmingham
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum (DOE)

Are you a procurement expert with a deep understanding of transport operations and supply chain management? Are you commercially minded, confident managing high-value suppliers, and ready to influence procurement strategy in a large-scale operation?

Pertemps are working in partnership with a forward-thinking organisation to recruit a Strategic Buyer with a strong background in transport procurement. This is a key hire for the business, offering the opportunity to shape supplier strategy and deliver long-term value in a critical spend category.

Capex procurement experience is not essential - training and development will be provided. What matters most is your strategic approach, stakeholder engagement skills, and proven success in managing complex transport and logistics categories.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead procurement activities within the Transport category, including supplier sourcing, negotiations, and contract management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement strategic sourcing plans aligned with business goals.
• Support Capex procurement projects (training provided) and contribute to cross-functional procurement initiatives.
• Drive cost savings, service improvements, and supplier performance across key areas.
• Conduct market research and supplier analysis to identify innovation and value opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage RFQs, tender processes, and supplier onboarding.

What We're Looking For:

• Demonstrable experience in transport, logistics, or supply chain procurement at a strategic level.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Confidence managing stakeholder relationships and influencing at all levels.
• Highly organised, analytical, and comfortable working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• ERP system experience and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred.
• CIPS qualification (or studying towards) is desirable.

What's in It for You?

• Salary up to £55,000, depending on experience.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Company pension scheme.
• Clear progression and career development opportunities.
• Exposure to Capex procurement with full support and training provided.

If you're a procurement professional with expertise in transport and are ready to take your career to the next level, this is the opportunity for you.

Apply now tor contact Steve Tomlinson at Pertemps, Hagley Road, Birmingham