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Permanent

Senior Buyer - Indirect Procurement

Ampthill
money-bag £50000 - £55000/annum
Posted 3 weeks ago

A distinguished global defense organisation is seeking a Senior Buyer (Indirects) to join their team in Ampthill, Bedfordshire. This permanent role offers a salary of up to -55,000, along with a flexible 4-day workweek and hybrid working arrangements.

Ideal candidates will possess solid experience in purchasing or procurement, with a proven track record in sourcing and managing indirect categories.

Role responsibilities of the Senior Buyer include:

  • Managing end-to-end procurement processes, including RFQs, tenders, negotiations, bid evaluations, and contract awards.
  • Holding procurement delegation to sign supplier agreements and purchase orders within authorised limits.
  • Negotiating with suppliers to secure the best value and managing supplier performance to meet technical, schedule, quality, and cost standards.
  • Developing strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate mutual benefits and ensure effective communication.
  • Ensuring procurement activities comply with internal and legislative procedures, managing risks, and supporting continuous improvement of supply chain processes.


Person Specification of the Senior Buyer:

  • Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement with indirect experience
  • Knowledge of strategic sourcing and advanced procurement technique/tools
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively manage stakeholders expectations
  • Excellent commercial skills with the ability to analyse and negotiate best value agreements
  • Proficient in the use of MS Office applications

Must be UK born and UK national (due to ITAR restrictions)


Salary

Up to -55k

This position offers a 4-day working week (Mon-Thurs compressed hours) with 2 days working from home



This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, sourcing specialist, commodity manager, category manager, senior buyer, commodity specialist, strategic buyer, or purchasing specialist

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