Buyer

Buyer – Procurement Role

Join a successful and growing organisation that creates safe places to work. The role is based in York.

Role Details

• Annual salary up to £30,000 – £40,000, plus 5 % on‑target bonus.
• Location: York, YO32 9ET.
• Contract type: Permanent.
• Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays and the option to buy an additional 5 days each year.

Responsibilities

• Implement purchasing and order activities aligned with the procurement strategic plan and policies.
• Manage supplier relationships, following agreed authorities, sourcing rules and operational processes.
• Build strong supplier relationships through regular engagement, applying KPIs and SLAs to drive performance.
• Negotiate pricing, terms and supply conditions, entering purchase contracts and managing orders within delegated authority.
• Provide procurement expertise to stakeholders, using market research to predict trends, assess challenges and summarise business impact while mitigating risks to supply and delivery.

Benefits & Opportunities

• Contributory pension including life insurance.
• Dedicated health and wellbeing services.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Employee Benefits Program (discounts at thousands of shops, gyms, restaurants and holidays).
• Learning & development opportunities and resources.
• Opportunity for career progression.
• Annual volunteering day.

Ideal Candidate

• Degree‑level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in a comparable buying role with a track record of delivering value.
• Broad knowledge of procurement principles, contracting practices and supply‑chain management.
• Analytical capability with the ability to interpret data and generate insights.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• In‑depth understanding of how procurement supports business objectives.

We are an equal opportunities employer and comply with the Disability Confident Scheme. Our policies ensure reasonable adjustments are available throughout the selection process.