We are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join a dynamic procurement team on a 12-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with strong sourcing, supplier management, and commercial negotiation experience to support strategic purchasing activities across a global organisation.
Contract Details
Contract Length: 12 Months
Location: TW6 2JS (3 days onsite)
Pay: attractive daily rate (Inside IR35)
Start Date: ASAP
The Role
As a Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end sourcing process and implementing category strategies for a range of goods and services. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive value, optimise procurement processes, and deliver commercial benefits.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end sourcing and tendering activities across assigned categories.
Implement category strategies and sourcing plans.
Prepare and manage RFP/RFQ processes, including supplier selection and evaluation.
Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, and contractual agreements with suppliers.
Support contract drafting and review in collaboration with legal teams.
Provide procurement governance and guidance on external spend.
Work with stakeholders to standardise specifications and improve procurement outcomes.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, supplier rationalisation, and risk mitigation.
Deliver commercial insights and market intelligence to stakeholders.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective procurement delivery.
Build and maintain strong supplier and stakeholder relationships globally.
Required Skills & Experience
Proven experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management.
Strong track record of supplier negotiations in a multinational environment.
Experience drafting and reviewing commercial contracts.
Excellent commercial awareness and financial acumen.
Ability to analyse complex information and make sound business decisions.
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
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Excellent 12 months contract opportunity for Senior Buyer employer: Hays IT - HTS - Southend
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