Strategic Operational Buyer | Global Procurement & SAP Expert

Randstad Enterprise; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Sourceright in Warwick, UK is seeking an Operational Buyer/Procurement Specialist to lead daily procurement activities and ensure efficient P2P processing within a hybrid work model.

You will manage supplier relationships, source parts, negotiate price changes, and ensure timely purchase orders while collaborating with internal customers to reach business targets. Experience in SAP and direct procurement is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with SAP transactional modules (PS1 ATLAS) in production environments.
• Minimum 5 years in direct procurement.
• Strong teamwork and ability to work independently to tight deadlines.
• Experience operating in a complex, fast-changing global organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supplier portfolio, source parts, negotiate price adjustments and resolve invoicing discrepancies.
• Manage work queue and ensure POs are issued on time.
• Collaborate with internal customers to ensure early involvement and excellent service.
• Contribute to implementing and using defined procurement processes and systems (P2P, guidelines, IT tools).
• Update supplier evaluation systems to maintain best suppliers and transparency.
• Maintain records of documentation and contract management systems.
• Support and/or lead Procurement Business Plan activities.

Skills

SAP transactional experience

Direct procurement

Team player

Independent to meet deadlines

Global/multi-country environment

Job description

Randstad Sourceright in Warwick, UK is seeking an Operational Buyer/Procurement Specialist to lead daily procurement activities and ensure efficient P2P processing within a hybrid work model.

You will manage supplier relationships, source parts, negotiate price changes, and ensure timely purchase orders while collaborating with internal customers to reach business targets. Experience in SAP and direct procurement is required.