Strategic Indirect Procurement Buyer | West Midlands

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement organization in Central West Midlands is seeking a Strategic Indirect Procurement Buyer to enhance their procurement function. The successful candidate will lead sourcing activities and manage supplier relationships, contributing to major procurement strategies within a multimillion-pound environment. This role is ideal for ambitious procurement professionals eager to make a real impact in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in indirect procurement within relevant categories.
• Demonstrated success in end-to-end sourcing activities.
• Strong understanding of strategic procurement principles and data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing activity and own key supplier relationships.
• Play a vital role in commercial negotiations supporting group-wide objectives.
• Deliver measurable value and improve supplier performance.

Skills

Proven experience in indirect procurement

Successful end-to-end sourcing activities

Strong understanding of strategic procurement

Confident negotiator

Skilled at managing supplier relationships

Excellent communicator

Commercially savvy

Resilient and proactive

Job description

Strategic Indirect Procurement Buyer | £Multi-Billion FTSE100 | Package: £45k - £55k + Bonus | Central West Midlands (Flexible Hybrid)

If you're ready to take the next step in your procurement career, please contact Oskar at [e-mail] to apply and find out more.

Are you an ambitious indirect procurement professional with a strategic mindset looking to progress your procurement career within a highly regarded business?

Seize this unique opportunity to join a prestigious, £multi-billion FTSE100 who seek a curios and driven Indirect Procurement Buyer to bolster their world-class procurement function across one of several key areas; Technology, Professional Services, Marketing, IT, Travel or FM.

This high-performing brand has maintained their position at the forefront of the market due ongoing transformation and innovation. As part of this growth and expansion they are investing frequently to drive themselves towards their strategic procurement objectives. Indirect spend is a vital strategic component responsible for driving business success at scale, effectively allowing them to deliver an extensive product range and high customer satisfaction.

Strategic Indirect Procurement Buyer - Role Responsibilities:

As Strategic Procurement Buyer, you\'ll lead end-to-end sourcing activity, own key supplier relationships, and play a vital role in commercial negotiations that support group-wide objectives from cost optimisation to ESG outcomes. Working in close partnership with senior stakeholders you\'ll help deliver measurable value, manage risk, and improve supplier performance.

Strategic Indirect Procurement Buyer - Experience Required:

• Proven experience in indirect procurement within Professional Services, IT, Technology, HR, Travel, FM or Corporate Services categories.
• Demonstrated success leading end-to-end sourcing activities, from market analysis and supplier selection to tendering and negotiation.
• Strong understanding of strategic procurement principles, with a track record of delivering value through data-driven decision-making.
• Confident negotiator with working knowledge of contract law and commercial agreements
• Skilled at managing supplier relationships and influencing cross-functional stakeholders across multiple business areas.
• Excellent communicator who can collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Commercially savvy, with a focus on compliance, risk management, and value creation.
• Resilient, agile, and proactive - thriving in fast-paced, evolving environments where innovation and transformation are key.

Join a high-impact team at the heart of one of the largest and most digitally ambitious companies. This opportunity opens doors for real development opportunities in a fast growing strategic function that values curiosity, collaboration, and progression.

Whether you\'re an established Buyer, Category Specialist or an upcoming procurement talent ready for your next step, this is a career-defining opportunity to make a visible impact in a major FTSE environment.

To find out more or apply confidentially, please contact Oskar at [e-mail] with your CV.

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