Strategic Buyer - Indirect

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A globally recognised technology brand is seeking a Category Buyer to join their central procurement team. This role involves strategic sourcing across various indirect categories and contributing to the modernisation of procurement through collaboration and innovation. Ideal for candidates who thrive in dynamic environments with a keen interest in AI and digital transformation.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Hybrid working model with flexibility

Collaborative model within a globally recognised brand

Qualifications

• Solid background in procurement; experience in indirects is a plus.
• Self-starter who thrives in collaborative and flat-structured teams.

Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing across electronics, IT, consumables, and wider indirect categories.
• Stakeholder engagement to drive buy-in across operational businesses.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder engagement

Collaboration

Tools

eProcurement systems

Contract management tools

AI/automation platforms

Job description

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Category Buyer | Strategic Procurement | Indirect Services | Global Technology Brand

I’m working on an exciting opportunity with a globally recognised technology brand that’s looking to bring a Category Buyer into their dynamic and forward-thinking central procurement team.

This role stands out because it goes beyond the traditional boundaries of procurement. You’ll be involved in strategic sourcing across a wide range of indirect categories – including IT, materials, and FM – while playing a key part in the modernisation of procurement across the entire group.

Rather than enforcing policies, this organisation focuses on influencing change through collaboration and innovation. It’s a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a decentralised, fast-moving environment and wants to be part of a business embracing automation, AI, and digital transformation in a meaningful way.

? Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Sourcing across electronics, IT, consumables, and wider indirect categories
• Process Improvement through AI tools (e.g. Copilot) and automation initiatives
• Contract Management on major group-wide supplier agreements
• Stakeholder Engagement to drive buy-in across operational businesses
• Market Intelligence to keep the team ahead of industry trends and innovations

What They're Looking For:

• Solid background in procurement – indirects experience is a bonus
• Strong analytical mindset with an appetite for innovation and continuous improvement
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills – you know how to influence without authority
• A self-starter who thrives in collaborative, flat-structured teams
• Familiarity with eProcurement systems, contract management tools, or AI/automation platforms is advantageous

? What’s on Offer:

• Competitive benefits package
• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• A truly collaborative, modern work culture within a globally recognised brand

If you're ready to be part of a team driving innovation in procurement, I’d love to speak with you.