Strategic Group Buyer - Drive Savings & Supplier Excellence

Prime Trading Group; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic procurement group based in Glasgow is seeking a Group Buyer to manage the end-to-end procurement processes. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation and supplier management skills, with proven experience in a similar role. Responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. This position offers a competitive salary with bonuses linked to performance and opportunities for flexible working.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Buyer or Procurement role ideally within a multi-site or Group environment.
• Strong negotiation, commercial, and supplier relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process across the Group ensuring best value from suppliers.
• Develop and implement Group-wide sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance and conduct regular reviews.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

CIPS qualification (or working towards it)

Tools

Procurement Systems

ERP Systems

Job description

A dynamic procurement group based in Glasgow is seeking a Group Buyer to manage the end-to-end procurement processes. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation and supplier management skills, with proven experience in a similar role. Responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. This position offers a competitive salary with bonuses linked to performance and opportunities for flexible working.