Senior Buyer-Indirect in Bristol, Gloucestershire

Senior Buyer – Indirect Procurement- Permanent-Bristol (hybrid)- £55,000
Take ownership. Drive value. Shape procurement strategy.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Buyer to join a growing technology and defence business, leading indirect procurement across IT, software, facilities and professional services.

This is a chance to take ownership of key spend categories, influence commercial strategy and drive improvements across the procurement function.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing strategies, competitive tenders and commercial negotiations.
• Negotiate supplier contracts, framework agreements and SLAs.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance and risk.
• Partner with stakeholders across finance, IT, HR, engineering and operations.
• Drive cost savings, process improvements and procurement best practice.
• Challenge requirements and identify opportunities to improve value.
• Coach and develop procurement team members.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in indirect procurement, ideally across IT, software, facilities or professional services.
• Strong contract negotiation and commercial management skills.
• Experience delivering sourcing strategies and competitive tenders.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing abilities.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and supplier risk management.
• Experience managing and developing team members.
• A proactive, analytical approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary and discretionary annual bonus.
• Pension contributions matched up to 10%.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Private medical and dental insurance.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employee discounts and salary sacrifice schemes, including electric cars, cycle-to-work and technology.

Ready for your next challenge?

If you're a commercially minded procurement professional looking to make an impact and shape the future of procurement, we'd love to hear from you,