Procurement Officer (Full-Time) in Stowmarket

Stowmarket (Hybrid)Contract Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Competitive + Flexible Benefits
Freedom has an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to support procurement activity across our Network Services business in the North. You will play a key role in delivering best value across contracts, working closely with operational teams and supply chain partners to ensure performance, cost control and continuous improvement.
Support and lead supplier performance reviews, ensuring SLAs are met and improvements implemented.
Work closely with operational teams to ensure suppliers and subcontractors deliver best value.
Support tender activity by providing procurement input, pricing data and supply chain expertise.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and supply chain performance.
Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned to contract requirements.
Lead or support procurement activities including tenders, negotiations, and order placement.
Collaborate with operational teams to develop procurement plans and schedules.
Support delivery of cost savings, margin improvement and rebate targets.
Produce procurement reports and contribute to contract performance dashboards.
Experience in a procurement or buying role, ideally within construction, utilities or infrastructure.
Strong understanding of supplier management and performance monitoring.
Good commercial awareness with a focus on cost control and value improvement.
Ability to work collaboratively with operational teams and supply chain partners.
Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
~25 days Annual Leave +