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Public Procurement Buyer
Job summary
A leading procurement firm based in Warrington is seeking a Public Procurement Buyer to spearhead category strategies and manage end-to-end procurement activities. Ideal candidates will possess CIPS Level 4 or a relevant degree, alongside proven experience in procurement. Strong communication and negotiation skills, coupled with advanced Excel capabilities, are essential. Join a company praised for its sustainable practices and positive culture, offering excellent benefits and support for career growth.
Benefits
Qualifications
- CIPS Level 4 or relevant degree (or equivalent sector experience).
- Proven experience in large-scale procurement activities.
- Advanced Excel skills including VBA, Pivot Tables, and Data Analysis.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of category strategies.
- Manage sourcing projects including mini competitions and frameworks.
- Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships.
Skills
Education
Tools
Location: Warrington
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for procurement and supplier management? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where relationship-building and commercial acumen are key? If so, we'd love to hear from you!
As a Public Procurement Buyer, you'll lead and develop assigned business areas to increase spend under management and deliver best-in-class procurement services. You'll manage end-to-end procurement activities, implement supplier and member contracts, and apply category-level expertise to drive continuous improvement and commercial success.
You'll play a pivotal role in building strategic relationships, delivering value to the members, and supporting the growth of our brand across the sector.
- Lead the development and implementation of category strategies
- Manage sourcing projects including mini competitions, frameworks, and dynamic markets
- Formalise contract documentation and assist members in defining core requirements
- Negotiate contracts, manage supplier relationships, and resolve disputes
- Monitor and maintain commercial and operational performance
- Support marketing and communication plans
- Promote the business corporate values and ESG commitments
- Facilitate knowledge transfer and cross-functional learning
- Positive, self-starting, and results-driven
- A strong communicator with excellent influencing and negotiation skills
- Analytical, detail-oriented, and highly organised
- Comfortable working with and through people in changing environments
- CIPS Level 4 or relevant degree (or equivalent sector experience)
- Proven experience in large-scale procurement activities
- Advanced Excel skills (including VBA, Pivot Tables, and Data Analysis)
- Experience with e-tendering platforms and supplier management
- Strong stakeholder engagement and presentation skills
- Full driving licence desirable
Our client, voted by Sunday Times as one of the best places to work, is proud to be a B Corp and a leader in sustainable, ethical business practices. On joining the business, you will receive excellent benefits and be part of a great culture.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.