Interim Senior Buyer
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Cambridge - £30ph
Immediate Start
Hybrid working available
The Opportunity
Our client is seeking an experienced procurement professional to provide immediate support within a busy and high-performing procurement function during a period of growth and change.
This is a hands-on role where you'll take ownership of sourcing and supplier management activities across a broad range of expenditure categories, working closely with stakeholders to deliver commercial outcomes, manage risk and ensure projects progress at pace.
Operating within a complex research, innovation and technology-led environment, you'll be trusted to manage competing priorities, challenge constructively and provide commercially sound procurement support from day one.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end sourcing and procurement activities across multiple spend categories
- Manage competitive tendering and supplier selection processes
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation, acting as a trusted procurement partner
- Lead supplier negotiations and support contract discussions
- Identify opportunities to drive value, improve supplier performance and mitigate risk
- Conduct market analysis and supplier research to support sourcing strategies
- Manage a portfolio of procurement projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery against agreed timescales
- Provide commercial advice and procurement expertise to internal stakeholders
- Support contract implementation and supplier relationship management activities
About You We're looking for an experienced procurement professional who can quickly establish credibility and operate with a high degree of autonomy.
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You'll bring:
- Proven experience within procurement, sourcing or strategic purchasing environments
- Experience managing sourcing projects and supplier negotiations
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- The confidence to challenge requirements and drive commercial decision-making
- Excellent commercial awareness and analytical capability
- The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- A track record of delivering value through supplier and procurement activity
- Experience ...
Interim Senior Buyer employer: Pure Resourcing Solutions Careers
Join a prestigious organisation in Cambridge that is committed to fostering a dynamic work culture and supporting employee growth through a significant transformation programme. As the Head of EPM FCCS and Financial Data Structure, you will benefit from a collaborative environment that values innovation and offers opportunities for professional development, all while enjoying the vibrant academic and cultural atmosphere of Cambridge. With a focus on meaningful contributions to financial reporting and planning, this role provides a unique chance to make a lasting impact within a large, complex organisation.
Contact Details:
Pure Resourcing Solutions Careers Recruitment Team
