Buyer

What You’ll Be Doing

• Ensuring continuity of supply for goods and services across key spend areas
• Supporting Category Managers with day-to-day procurement activities (raising and tracking purchase orders, supplier coordination)
• Acting as the first escalation point for purchasing issues
• Managing supplier relationships and maintaining accurate contract records within procurement systems
• Supporting RFI, RFP, tendering, and negotiation processes
• Working closely with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice queries and identify root causes
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders to understand and deliver on business needs
• Producing spend analysis reports and contributing to category strategies
• Supporting supplier performance management and regular reviews
• Assisting in contract management and supplier sourcing activities
• Contributing to procurement-related projects, including new site mobilisation

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working within a Procurement function or similar environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Able to prioritise and work effectively under pressure
• Proactive, collaborative, and solution-focused approach
• Good analytical skills, with experience working with data and reports
• Confident using Excel (Intermediate level)
• This role could suit someone currently working as a Procurement Administrator or Junior Buyer looking to take the next step in their career.

What Sets You Apart

• Strong ethical values and a professional, approachable style
• The ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy
• A supportive and team-oriented mindset
• High emotional intelligence and stakeholder awareness
• Enthusiasm to learn, grow and champion Procurement best practice