Strategic Senior Buyer: Lead Supplier Strategy & Savings

Owen Daniels; Andover; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement consultancy in Andover is seeking a Lead Strategic Senior Buyer to join their team. The role combines strategic supplier management and leadership in a dynamic environment without direct reports. Candidates should have experience in strategic procurement and strong commercial skills, with a competitive salary and benefits including 25 days holiday. This hybrid role requires accountability and influence, focusing on performance and continuous improvement.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Learning & Development Opportunities

Reward Scheme

Voluntary and Community Activities

Sports and Social Club

CIPS investment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic procurement or Supplier Account Management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead through influence, driving performance without direct reports.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with experience in cost and contract management.
• Skilled in analysing supplier risk, performance, and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Take strategic ownership of sourcing direct materials and services.
• Proactively review purchasing processes, identifying and implementing improvements.
• Oversee procurement performance through KPIs, audits, and compliance tracking.
• Produce financial reports and promote a culture of cost awareness and long-term savings.
• Lead supplier negotiations, contract implementation, and formal RFQ processes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Development, Manufacturing, and Distribution.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and strategic suppliers.
• Monitor and mitigate supply chain risk while ensuring supplier performance.
• Support ERP system implementation and contribute to shaping future-state Procurement strategy.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Supplier Account Management

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related discipline

Job description

A leading procurement consultancy in Andover is seeking a Lead Strategic Senior Buyer to join their team. The role combines strategic supplier management and leadership in a dynamic environment without direct reports. Candidates should have experience in strategic procurement and strong commercial skills, with a competitive salary and benefits including 25 days holiday. This hybrid role requires accountability and influence, focusing on performance and continuous improvement.