A reputable and established manufacturing organisation is seeking a dedicated Senior Buyer to join their team in Brighton on a permanent basis. This role offers a salary of up to 48,000 and requires full on-site presence, reflecting the hands-on nature of the position. The Senior Buyer will be responsible for managing the supply base to ensure cost-effective procurement and a seamless flow of materials, supporting both short-term operational needs and long-term strategic goals. Ideal candidates will possess proven experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing environment. Role responsibilities of the Senior Buyer include: Manage purchase order placement, expediting, and vendor negotiations to optimise costs and supply stability. Control and reduce direct material inventory through forecasting, re-application, redistribution, and analysis. Ensure efficient material flow, meeting quality, delivery, and cost targets, while managing Purchase Price Variance. Maintain accurate master data in ERP, including safety stock, Kanban sizes, and lead-times. Support risk mitigation, vendor consolidation, and cross-functional projects. Person Specification of the Buyer: Experience in manufacturing environments, ideally with electronics sourcing and quality management Knowledge of low-cost region sourcing, vendor and contract management, and ERP systems Strong skills in problem solving, continuous improvement, and analytical thinking Proficiency in MS Office and excellent planning, organisational, and attention to detail Customer-focused with strong communication skills across different organisational levels Salary Up to 48k This position requires full on site presence. This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, sourcing specialist, commodity manager, category manager, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing specialist, category buyer, purchasing executive, procurement officer, purchasing lead or supply chain buyer
Feb 03, 2026
Full time
A reputable and established manufacturing organisation is seeking a dedicated Senior Buyer to join their team in Brighton on a permanent basis. This role offers a salary of up to 48,000 and requires full on-site presence, reflecting the hands-on nature of the position. The Senior Buyer will be responsible for managing the supply base to ensure cost-effective procurement and a seamless flow of materials, supporting both short-term operational needs and long-term strategic goals. Ideal candidates will possess proven experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing environment. Role responsibilities of the Senior Buyer include: Manage purchase order placement, expediting, and vendor negotiations to optimise costs and supply stability. Control and reduce direct material inventory through forecasting, re-application, redistribution, and analysis. Ensure efficient material flow, meeting quality, delivery, and cost targets, while managing Purchase Price Variance. Maintain accurate master data in ERP, including safety stock, Kanban sizes, and lead-times. Support risk mitigation, vendor consolidation, and cross-functional projects. Person Specification of the Buyer: Experience in manufacturing environments, ideally with electronics sourcing and quality management Knowledge of low-cost region sourcing, vendor and contract management, and ERP systems Strong skills in problem solving, continuous improvement, and analytical thinking Proficiency in MS Office and excellent planning, organisational, and attention to detail Customer-focused with strong communication skills across different organisational levels Salary Up to 48k This position requires full on site presence. This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, sourcing specialist, commodity manager, category manager, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing specialist, category buyer, purchasing executive, procurement officer, purchasing lead or supply chain buyer
Senior Category Manager or Group Category Manager Bristol / Bolton / Stevenage Competitive Salary & Benefits You will need SC Level Clearance or be Clearable. About the Company My Client has an exciting opportunity for a Group Category Manager to join their growing Digital Procurement team. This senior, Group-level role offers the chance to play a strategic part in shaping the company's digital and technology procurement landscape while working in a truly international environment. About the Role The Category Manager role in Digital Procurement is central to the company's mission and future success. As they continue to accelerate our digital transformation, you will act as a strategic procurement partner to the Information Management function and wider business. You will develop and deliver category strategies that support long-term capability, innovation, and value across complex technology markets. This role is ideal for an experienced technology procurement professional, or a senior procurement practitioner or Category Manager ready to deepen their expertise in digital categories within a global organisation. Responsibilities Develop and lead end-to-end category strategies across digital and information management technologies. Build strong market insight, identifying risks, opportunities, and innovation within supply markets. Create and deliver short-, medium-, and long-term procurement plans aligned to business strategy. Act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders across the Group functions. Mentor and support buyers, enabling delivery of complex and high-value procurement activities. Operate confidently in an international, multicultural environment. Qualifications You will bring strong strategic procurement capability, with experience at Category Management or Group level, ideally within one or more technology categories. Alternatively, you may be a senior procurement professional with international experience who is keen to transition into a digital procurement specialism. Required Skills Proven ability to operate strategically and influence at senior levels. Comfortable managing complexity and ambiguity. Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills. MCIPS qualified or working towards MCIPS (support provided.) Equal Opportunity Statement They are proud of their inclusive and people-focused culture. They actively support employee-led networks and are committed to developing talent, fostering diversity, and enabling individuals to reach their full potential.
Feb 01, 2026
Full time
Senior Category Manager or Group Category Manager Bristol / Bolton / Stevenage Competitive Salary & Benefits You will need SC Level Clearance or be Clearable. About the Company My Client has an exciting opportunity for a Group Category Manager to join their growing Digital Procurement team. This senior, Group-level role offers the chance to play a strategic part in shaping the company's digital and technology procurement landscape while working in a truly international environment. About the Role The Category Manager role in Digital Procurement is central to the company's mission and future success. As they continue to accelerate our digital transformation, you will act as a strategic procurement partner to the Information Management function and wider business. You will develop and deliver category strategies that support long-term capability, innovation, and value across complex technology markets. This role is ideal for an experienced technology procurement professional, or a senior procurement practitioner or Category Manager ready to deepen their expertise in digital categories within a global organisation. Responsibilities Develop and lead end-to-end category strategies across digital and information management technologies. Build strong market insight, identifying risks, opportunities, and innovation within supply markets. Create and deliver short-, medium-, and long-term procurement plans aligned to business strategy. Act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders across the Group functions. Mentor and support buyers, enabling delivery of complex and high-value procurement activities. Operate confidently in an international, multicultural environment. Qualifications You will bring strong strategic procurement capability, with experience at Category Management or Group level, ideally within one or more technology categories. Alternatively, you may be a senior procurement professional with international experience who is keen to transition into a digital procurement specialism. Required Skills Proven ability to operate strategically and influence at senior levels. Comfortable managing complexity and ambiguity. Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills. MCIPS qualified or working towards MCIPS (support provided.) Equal Opportunity Statement They are proud of their inclusive and people-focused culture. They actively support employee-led networks and are committed to developing talent, fostering diversity, and enabling individuals to reach their full potential.
Senior Category Manager or Group Category Manager Bristol / Bolton / Stevenage Competitive Salary & Benefits You will need SC Level Clearance or be Clearable. About the Company My Client has an exciting opportunity for a Group Category Manager to join their growing Digital Procurement team. This senior, Group-level role offers the chance to play a strategic part in shaping the company's digital and technology procurement landscape while working in a truly international environment. About the Role The Category Manager role in Digital Procurement is central to the company's mission and future success. As they continue to accelerate our digital transformation, you will act as a strategic procurement partner to the Information Management function and wider business. You will develop and deliver category strategies that support long-term capability, innovation, and value across complex technology markets. This role is ideal for an experienced technology procurement professional, or a senior procurement practitioner or Category Manager ready to deepen their expertise in digital categories within a global organisation. Responsibilities Develop and lead end-to-end category strategies across digital and information management technologies. Build strong market insight, identifying risks, opportunities, and innovation within supply markets. Create and deliver short-, medium-, and long-term procurement plans aligned to business strategy. Act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders across the Group functions. Mentor and support buyers, enabling delivery of complex and high-value procurement activities. Operate confidently in an international, multicultural environment. Qualifications You will bring strong strategic procurement capability, with experience at Category Management or Group level, ideally within one or more technology categories. Alternatively, you may be a senior procurement professional with international experience who is keen to transition into a digital procurement specialism. Required Skills Proven ability to operate strategically and influence at senior levels. Comfortable managing complexity and ambiguity. Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills. MCIPS qualified or working towards MCIPS (support provided.) Equal Opportunity Statement They are proud of their inclusive and people-focused culture. They actively support employee-led networks and are committed to developing talent, fostering diversity, and enabling individuals to reach their full potential.
Feb 01, 2026
Full time
Senior Category Manager or Group Category Manager Bristol / Bolton / Stevenage Competitive Salary & Benefits You will need SC Level Clearance or be Clearable. About the Company My Client has an exciting opportunity for a Group Category Manager to join their growing Digital Procurement team. This senior, Group-level role offers the chance to play a strategic part in shaping the company's digital and technology procurement landscape while working in a truly international environment. About the Role The Category Manager role in Digital Procurement is central to the company's mission and future success. As they continue to accelerate our digital transformation, you will act as a strategic procurement partner to the Information Management function and wider business. You will develop and deliver category strategies that support long-term capability, innovation, and value across complex technology markets. This role is ideal for an experienced technology procurement professional, or a senior procurement practitioner or Category Manager ready to deepen their expertise in digital categories within a global organisation. Responsibilities Develop and lead end-to-end category strategies across digital and information management technologies. Build strong market insight, identifying risks, opportunities, and innovation within supply markets. Create and deliver short-, medium-, and long-term procurement plans aligned to business strategy. Act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders across the Group functions. Mentor and support buyers, enabling delivery of complex and high-value procurement activities. Operate confidently in an international, multicultural environment. Qualifications You will bring strong strategic procurement capability, with experience at Category Management or Group level, ideally within one or more technology categories. Alternatively, you may be a senior procurement professional with international experience who is keen to transition into a digital procurement specialism. Required Skills Proven ability to operate strategically and influence at senior levels. Comfortable managing complexity and ambiguity. Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills. MCIPS qualified or working towards MCIPS (support provided.) Equal Opportunity Statement They are proud of their inclusive and people-focused culture. They actively support employee-led networks and are committed to developing talent, fostering diversity, and enabling individuals to reach their full potential.
Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for Senior Buyer (Retail) to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a 6-month maternity leave cover contract position. Umbrella Pay Rate: £38.04 per hour. The Opportunity: To join the Global Commercial Services team within Indirect Procurement as the Senior Buyer for Retail on a 6-month contract covering parental leave. The Buyer will have procurement category responsibility for the look & feel of the Retail environment working closely with the Retail Operations team supporting how customers interact with our vehicles in retailers. The customer is on an exciting project to deliver modern luxury across our global retailer network as part of Project Arch. This involves sourcing signage, furniture, lighting, joinery, etc to support our retailer network moving to new retail corporate identity. The role is for overall responsibility and leadership for all global and relevant local sourcing including project delivery, benchmarking costs, contract management, supplier relationship management activities and strategic development with a focus on sustainability to support the look and feel of our retail environment Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience: A Buyer with 3 years+ experience of buying goods. Experience of working with colleagues across the globe with clear communication skill Commercial Awareness and Negotiation skills. Understand category management principles Relationship management - internal and external. Flexibility and agility to be able to adjust to changing business need. Previous experience in Retail Procurement is preferred. Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Previous experience in Retail Procurement. Project management skillset. Desirable Education: Degree and / or CIPS preferable but not a requirement.
Jan 31, 2026
Contractor
Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for Senior Buyer (Retail) to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a 6-month maternity leave cover contract position. Umbrella Pay Rate: £38.04 per hour. The Opportunity: To join the Global Commercial Services team within Indirect Procurement as the Senior Buyer for Retail on a 6-month contract covering parental leave. The Buyer will have procurement category responsibility for the look & feel of the Retail environment working closely with the Retail Operations team supporting how customers interact with our vehicles in retailers. The customer is on an exciting project to deliver modern luxury across our global retailer network as part of Project Arch. This involves sourcing signage, furniture, lighting, joinery, etc to support our retailer network moving to new retail corporate identity. The role is for overall responsibility and leadership for all global and relevant local sourcing including project delivery, benchmarking costs, contract management, supplier relationship management activities and strategic development with a focus on sustainability to support the look and feel of our retail environment Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience: A Buyer with 3 years+ experience of buying goods. Experience of working with colleagues across the globe with clear communication skill Commercial Awareness and Negotiation skills. Understand category management principles Relationship management - internal and external. Flexibility and agility to be able to adjust to changing business need. Previous experience in Retail Procurement is preferred. Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Previous experience in Retail Procurement. Project management skillset. Desirable Education: Degree and / or CIPS preferable but not a requirement.
Senior Buyer (Retail Environment) Reference: (phone number removed) Umbrella Rate: £38.43/hr (inside IR35) Are you ready to step into a dynamic and rewarding role that will challenge you and elevate your career? This is your chance to join an innovative company at the forefront of the retail environment, delivering modern luxury across a global network. As a Retail Environment Senior Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how customers interact with vehicles in retailers worldwide. This is a 6-month maternity cover contract that offers a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working on an exciting project to redefine the retail corporate identity. What You Will Do: • Lead global and local sourcing initiatives for retail signage, furniture, lighting, joinery, and other key elements. • Collaborate closely with the Retail Operations team to support the transformation of the retail environment to a modern luxury standard. • Manage supplier relationships and oversee contract negotiations to ensure alignment with project goals. • Benchmark costs and develop strategic sourcing plans with a focus on sustainability. • Drive project delivery and ensure all procurement activities align with the company s vision and objectives. What You Will Bring: • Proven experience as a Buyer with strong expertise in procuring goods • Previous experience in Retail Procurement would be desirable. • CIPS qualified. • Strong commercial awareness and excellent negotiation skills. • Ability to build effective relationships with global colleagues and external suppliers. • A flexible and agile approach to adapt to changing business needs. • Understanding of category management principles and project management skills. This role is integral to delivering the company s vision of modern luxury, ensuring that the retail experience reflects the highest standards of quality and innovation. You ll be part of a project that not only enhances the customer journey but also aligns with sustainability goals, making a lasting impact on the global retail landscape. Location & Contract Length: This exciting opportunity is a 6-month maternity cover contract based in Gaydon, offering hybrid working. Interested? If you re ready to take on this exciting challenge as a Senior Buyer, we want to hear from you. Don t miss the chance to be part of a transformative project. Apply today and take the next step in your career! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Jan 31, 2026
Contractor
Senior Buyer (Retail Environment) Reference: (phone number removed) Umbrella Rate: £38.43/hr (inside IR35) Are you ready to step into a dynamic and rewarding role that will challenge you and elevate your career? This is your chance to join an innovative company at the forefront of the retail environment, delivering modern luxury across a global network. As a Retail Environment Senior Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how customers interact with vehicles in retailers worldwide. This is a 6-month maternity cover contract that offers a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working on an exciting project to redefine the retail corporate identity. What You Will Do: • Lead global and local sourcing initiatives for retail signage, furniture, lighting, joinery, and other key elements. • Collaborate closely with the Retail Operations team to support the transformation of the retail environment to a modern luxury standard. • Manage supplier relationships and oversee contract negotiations to ensure alignment with project goals. • Benchmark costs and develop strategic sourcing plans with a focus on sustainability. • Drive project delivery and ensure all procurement activities align with the company s vision and objectives. What You Will Bring: • Proven experience as a Buyer with strong expertise in procuring goods • Previous experience in Retail Procurement would be desirable. • CIPS qualified. • Strong commercial awareness and excellent negotiation skills. • Ability to build effective relationships with global colleagues and external suppliers. • A flexible and agile approach to adapt to changing business needs. • Understanding of category management principles and project management skills. This role is integral to delivering the company s vision of modern luxury, ensuring that the retail experience reflects the highest standards of quality and innovation. You ll be part of a project that not only enhances the customer journey but also aligns with sustainability goals, making a lasting impact on the global retail landscape. Location & Contract Length: This exciting opportunity is a 6-month maternity cover contract based in Gaydon, offering hybrid working. Interested? If you re ready to take on this exciting challenge as a Senior Buyer, we want to hear from you. Don t miss the chance to be part of a transformative project. Apply today and take the next step in your career! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Job title: Senior Category Buyer Location: Castle Donington or Bristol/Hybrid Duration: 6 months initially We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. The role: The role will partner with the Category Manager in delivery of category strategies for key direct equipment. Along with end-to-end sourcing and contract management. This will involve engaging in and building strong working relationships with stakeholders across the business, within procurement, and externally, to identify business needs and ensuring we understand the supply chains so we can offer the best solutions Responsibilities: Deliver multiple strategic sourcing events within portfolio, working with stakeholders to understand and challenge demand and ensure the best possible solutions. Input into the development and execution of sourcing strategy for allocated category and execute standardised strategic sourcing processes from market engagement through to award, ensuring goods are procured in a best-in-class manner that drives value. Work with Key Stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of contracted activities, identifying continuous improvement opportunities through engagement with suppliers and stakeholders, and maximising value for money from contracts awarded. Support the overall development and delivery of assigned category strategy and share best practice across other category teams. Role model excellence in procurement standards, taking a proactive role in mentoring / providing guidance to Buyers and Associate Buyers to ensure best-in-class methodologies are adopted and utilised across Procurement. Profile category characteristics and research supply markets, suppliers and assess trends, opportunities and risks feeding insights into the Global teams and Market and Supplier Development teams. Delivering value by effectively managing tender events for key products required by the business. Contribute to an effective forward planning process by identifying future requirements of supported areas and ensure robust forecasting is put in place that maximises value of goods procured. Requirements: Significant experience of strategic sourcing and category management. Strong experience within a parts/component/material environment building cost breakdowns; joint technical development roadmaps and innovative supply chain solutions. Experience working under regulated Utilities or Public Sector procurement. UCR, PCR, PA23. Strong influence, able to manage the cross functional team, affecting change to business design standards and constructing coherent arguments around specification rationalisation. An understanding of project management principles and ideally evidence of managing multiple projects and consistently delivering outstanding results. Ability to prepare for and to lead negotiations. Ability to build and manage complex commercial assessment models. Experience of contract development, including the ability to make recommendations and amendments to existing contracts as well as drafting new ones. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Adecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.
Jan 31, 2026
Contractor
Job title: Senior Category Buyer Location: Castle Donington or Bristol/Hybrid Duration: 6 months initially We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. The role: The role will partner with the Category Manager in delivery of category strategies for key direct equipment. Along with end-to-end sourcing and contract management. This will involve engaging in and building strong working relationships with stakeholders across the business, within procurement, and externally, to identify business needs and ensuring we understand the supply chains so we can offer the best solutions Responsibilities: Deliver multiple strategic sourcing events within portfolio, working with stakeholders to understand and challenge demand and ensure the best possible solutions. Input into the development and execution of sourcing strategy for allocated category and execute standardised strategic sourcing processes from market engagement through to award, ensuring goods are procured in a best-in-class manner that drives value. Work with Key Stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of contracted activities, identifying continuous improvement opportunities through engagement with suppliers and stakeholders, and maximising value for money from contracts awarded. Support the overall development and delivery of assigned category strategy and share best practice across other category teams. Role model excellence in procurement standards, taking a proactive role in mentoring / providing guidance to Buyers and Associate Buyers to ensure best-in-class methodologies are adopted and utilised across Procurement. Profile category characteristics and research supply markets, suppliers and assess trends, opportunities and risks feeding insights into the Global teams and Market and Supplier Development teams. Delivering value by effectively managing tender events for key products required by the business. Contribute to an effective forward planning process by identifying future requirements of supported areas and ensure robust forecasting is put in place that maximises value of goods procured. Requirements: Significant experience of strategic sourcing and category management. Strong experience within a parts/component/material environment building cost breakdowns; joint technical development roadmaps and innovative supply chain solutions. Experience working under regulated Utilities or Public Sector procurement. UCR, PCR, PA23. Strong influence, able to manage the cross functional team, affecting change to business design standards and constructing coherent arguments around specification rationalisation. An understanding of project management principles and ideally evidence of managing multiple projects and consistently delivering outstanding results. Ability to prepare for and to lead negotiations. Ability to build and manage complex commercial assessment models. Experience of contract development, including the ability to make recommendations and amendments to existing contracts as well as drafting new ones. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Adecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.
Senior Buyer Home & Interiors Yorkshire 50,000 - 65,000 Hybrid (4:1) For the trend-obsessed, first-to-market, hands-on "do-er". Fashion or homewear Experience is desired. We're looking for a Senior Buyer who lives and breathes product. Someone who gets excited about trends before they even hit the high street and loves discovering what's next, whilst leading with confidence to move fast and make things happen! If you're the kind of person who thrives in a fast-paced, no-red-tape environment, where ideas turn into product quickly, then this is your place. We want a commercial, innovative, sleeves-rolled-up Senior Buyer who's ready to shape the Home & Interiors categories and take them somewhere exciting. This role is all about creating trend-led, aspirational, "I need that now" product whilst owning the strategy, sourcing, development and trading of your categories to deliver real commercial results for an impressive business turning over, more than 200m a year. What You'll Be Doing: Leading your categories with vision, pace and curiosity! Deliver sales and profit by sourcing and developing a curated, on-trend product offer that captures exactly what the customer wants. Grow existing categories while spotting fresh opportunities to drive newness and incremental revenue. Make confident commercial calls that drive availability, conversion and category performance. Build global supplier relationships, negotiating strong terms and identifying new partners who bring innovation and value. Lead product development; making sure that your ranges feel fresh, relevant and perfectly timed to market. Ensure all product information and data is accurate and up to date across systems. Owning the range like it's your own business! Set the category mix, pricing architecture and overall range strategy with a customer-centric mindset. Jump on aged stock challenges quickly to keep things lean and commercially healthy. Manage returns and damages, working with QA and suppliers to constantly improve quality and experience. Have a strong eye for style and detail, bringing products to life with creative flair - especially online. Actively research the market, competitor landscape, influencers, and wider trend movements to stay one step ahead. Who You Are: A passionate Senior Buyer (or a strong Buyer ready for the next step) with a love for Homes, Interiors and all things product. Trend-savvy, commercially sharp, and always looking for the next big moment. Experienced in an eCommerce / online trading environment. A natural negotiator with strong global sourcing knowledge, particularly Far East; Eastern Europe is a bonus. Highly organised, analytical, and confident handling range building, pricing and trading decisions. Comfortable in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment where you can really make your mark. A people developer who enjoys coaching, supporting and lifting others up. Support, develop and empower your team through clear objectives and hands-on coaching. Create a positive, collaborative, high-performing environment where people feel energised and excited. A collaborative communicator who loves working cross-functionally and building positive relationships. Ambitious, upbeat, solutions-focused and someone who genuinely wants to push their career forward. Be prepared to get stuck in. Be a "do-er". Be entrepreneurial. Be brave enough to try new things and test the market. BH35017
Jan 31, 2026
Full time
Senior Buyer Home & Interiors Yorkshire 50,000 - 65,000 Hybrid (4:1) For the trend-obsessed, first-to-market, hands-on "do-er". Fashion or homewear Experience is desired. We're looking for a Senior Buyer who lives and breathes product. Someone who gets excited about trends before they even hit the high street and loves discovering what's next, whilst leading with confidence to move fast and make things happen! If you're the kind of person who thrives in a fast-paced, no-red-tape environment, where ideas turn into product quickly, then this is your place. We want a commercial, innovative, sleeves-rolled-up Senior Buyer who's ready to shape the Home & Interiors categories and take them somewhere exciting. This role is all about creating trend-led, aspirational, "I need that now" product whilst owning the strategy, sourcing, development and trading of your categories to deliver real commercial results for an impressive business turning over, more than 200m a year. What You'll Be Doing: Leading your categories with vision, pace and curiosity! Deliver sales and profit by sourcing and developing a curated, on-trend product offer that captures exactly what the customer wants. Grow existing categories while spotting fresh opportunities to drive newness and incremental revenue. Make confident commercial calls that drive availability, conversion and category performance. Build global supplier relationships, negotiating strong terms and identifying new partners who bring innovation and value. Lead product development; making sure that your ranges feel fresh, relevant and perfectly timed to market. Ensure all product information and data is accurate and up to date across systems. Owning the range like it's your own business! Set the category mix, pricing architecture and overall range strategy with a customer-centric mindset. Jump on aged stock challenges quickly to keep things lean and commercially healthy. Manage returns and damages, working with QA and suppliers to constantly improve quality and experience. Have a strong eye for style and detail, bringing products to life with creative flair - especially online. Actively research the market, competitor landscape, influencers, and wider trend movements to stay one step ahead. Who You Are: A passionate Senior Buyer (or a strong Buyer ready for the next step) with a love for Homes, Interiors and all things product. Trend-savvy, commercially sharp, and always looking for the next big moment. Experienced in an eCommerce / online trading environment. A natural negotiator with strong global sourcing knowledge, particularly Far East; Eastern Europe is a bonus. Highly organised, analytical, and confident handling range building, pricing and trading decisions. Comfortable in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment where you can really make your mark. A people developer who enjoys coaching, supporting and lifting others up. Support, develop and empower your team through clear objectives and hands-on coaching. Create a positive, collaborative, high-performing environment where people feel energised and excited. A collaborative communicator who loves working cross-functionally and building positive relationships. Ambitious, upbeat, solutions-focused and someone who genuinely wants to push their career forward. Be prepared to get stuck in. Be a "do-er". Be entrepreneurial. Be brave enough to try new things and test the market. BH35017
Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for Senior Buyer (Chassis) to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a 12-month contract position. Umbrella Pay Rate: £40.45 per hour. Job Description: Accountable for obtaining goods/services required by the organization including Indirect Operations (e.g., Office Supplies, Computers, Travel, Maintenance, Machine Parts, etc.). Procurement processes include Product/Service Sourcing, Supplier Selection, Pricing/Terms Negotiation, Order Processing, Contract Administration, Supplier Performance Management May include Strategic Sourcing. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required: An individual who is results driven, demonstrates, tenacity, drive and perseverance, with the ability to deliver in a complex, highly demanding environment. Commercial awareness and negotiation. Understand category management principles. Global business understanding and experience. Operational Contract Management experience. Relationship management - internal and external. Flexibility and agility to be able to adjust to changing business needs. Desirable Education / Qualifications: Degree and / or CIPS preferable but not a requirement.
Jan 29, 2026
Contractor
Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for Senior Buyer (Chassis) to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a 12-month contract position. Umbrella Pay Rate: £40.45 per hour. Job Description: Accountable for obtaining goods/services required by the organization including Indirect Operations (e.g., Office Supplies, Computers, Travel, Maintenance, Machine Parts, etc.). Procurement processes include Product/Service Sourcing, Supplier Selection, Pricing/Terms Negotiation, Order Processing, Contract Administration, Supplier Performance Management May include Strategic Sourcing. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required: An individual who is results driven, demonstrates, tenacity, drive and perseverance, with the ability to deliver in a complex, highly demanding environment. Commercial awareness and negotiation. Understand category management principles. Global business understanding and experience. Operational Contract Management experience. Relationship management - internal and external. Flexibility and agility to be able to adjust to changing business needs. Desirable Education / Qualifications: Degree and / or CIPS preferable but not a requirement.
Zachary Daniels Recruitment
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
Category Manager Zachary Daniels is partnering with a fast-paced, international travel retailer to recruit a Category Manager to lead buying and category strategy across cosmetics, fragrance and travel essentials. This role offers hybrid working and the opportunity to operate in a dynamic, commercially driven travel retail environment. This is a hybrid role. The Role As Category Manager, you'll take full ownership of your categories, driving range strategy, supplier performance, and commercial results across a travel retail estate. Key responsibilities include: Owning end-to-end category strategy across cosmetics, fragrance and travel essentials Building and managing compelling ranges tailored to the travel consumer Leading supplier negotiations, joint business planning and trading terms Driving sales, margin, and stock performance through data-led decisions Working cross-functionally with merchandising, supply chain, marketing and operations Identifying trends, gaps and new opportunities within the travel retail space Managing promotional activity and new product launches About You We're looking for a commercially strong Category Manager or Buyer who thrives in a fast-moving retail environment. You'll bring: Proven experience as a Category Manager or Buyer within retail or FMCG Strong commercial and negotiation skills Experience managing branded categories, with beauty or FMCG experience highly desirable A data-driven approach with strong analytical capability Confidence working with senior stakeholders and external suppliers The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery What's on Offer Salary up to 50,000 Bonus scheme Hybrid working Exposure to a dynamic, international travel retail business Real opportunity to shape and influence category performance If you're a commercially minded Category Manager looking to step into a unique and exciting retail environment, we'd love to hear from you. BBBH35361
Jan 29, 2026
Full time
Category Manager Zachary Daniels is partnering with a fast-paced, international travel retailer to recruit a Category Manager to lead buying and category strategy across cosmetics, fragrance and travel essentials. This role offers hybrid working and the opportunity to operate in a dynamic, commercially driven travel retail environment. This is a hybrid role. The Role As Category Manager, you'll take full ownership of your categories, driving range strategy, supplier performance, and commercial results across a travel retail estate. Key responsibilities include: Owning end-to-end category strategy across cosmetics, fragrance and travel essentials Building and managing compelling ranges tailored to the travel consumer Leading supplier negotiations, joint business planning and trading terms Driving sales, margin, and stock performance through data-led decisions Working cross-functionally with merchandising, supply chain, marketing and operations Identifying trends, gaps and new opportunities within the travel retail space Managing promotional activity and new product launches About You We're looking for a commercially strong Category Manager or Buyer who thrives in a fast-moving retail environment. You'll bring: Proven experience as a Category Manager or Buyer within retail or FMCG Strong commercial and negotiation skills Experience managing branded categories, with beauty or FMCG experience highly desirable A data-driven approach with strong analytical capability Confidence working with senior stakeholders and external suppliers The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery What's on Offer Salary up to 50,000 Bonus scheme Hybrid working Exposure to a dynamic, international travel retail business Real opportunity to shape and influence category performance If you're a commercially minded Category Manager looking to step into a unique and exciting retail environment, we'd love to hear from you. BBBH35361
Senior Buyer Retail Seasonal / GM / Electrical / DIY Up to 80k Basic An established, multi-channel retail business is looking to appoint a Senior Buyer to take ownership of key categories and play a central role in shaping future ranges. This is a high-impact opportunity for a commercially driven buyer who enjoys building profitable assortments, reacting to fast-moving trends and using insight to influence product direction. The role offers real autonomy and visibility within a business investing in growth and innovation. The Senior Buyer will be responsible for driving category performance from strategy through to execution. Key areas of responsibility include: Creating and delivering product strategies that drive sales, margin and customer relevance Identifying emerging trends and translating them into compelling, commercial ranges Sourcing and selecting products with a strong eye on value, differentiation and speed to market Leading supplier negotiations to secure competitive terms and improve profitability Owning range planning, forecasting and stock management across seasonal cycles Working closely with marketing and merchandising teams to support launches and campaigns Using performance data, customer insight and social trends to inform buying decisions Leading, developing and motivating a small buying team This role will suit a Senior Buyer who brings: A proven track record in a senior buying role within retail Strong commercial instincts and confidence balancing creativity with data-led decisions Excellent supplier management and negotiation experience Solid understanding of the end-to-end product lifecycle, including seasonal planning Experience operating within multi-channel retail environments The ability to lead, coach and develop others This is a standout opportunity to step into a visible Senior Buyer position where your decisions will directly shape product ranges, customer engagement and commercial outcomes. You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking retailer with ambitious growth plans and the support to execute them. If you're a Senior Buyer looking for ownership, influence and the chance to make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you. BH34267
Jan 29, 2026
Full time
Senior Buyer Retail Seasonal / GM / Electrical / DIY Up to 80k Basic An established, multi-channel retail business is looking to appoint a Senior Buyer to take ownership of key categories and play a central role in shaping future ranges. This is a high-impact opportunity for a commercially driven buyer who enjoys building profitable assortments, reacting to fast-moving trends and using insight to influence product direction. The role offers real autonomy and visibility within a business investing in growth and innovation. The Senior Buyer will be responsible for driving category performance from strategy through to execution. Key areas of responsibility include: Creating and delivering product strategies that drive sales, margin and customer relevance Identifying emerging trends and translating them into compelling, commercial ranges Sourcing and selecting products with a strong eye on value, differentiation and speed to market Leading supplier negotiations to secure competitive terms and improve profitability Owning range planning, forecasting and stock management across seasonal cycles Working closely with marketing and merchandising teams to support launches and campaigns Using performance data, customer insight and social trends to inform buying decisions Leading, developing and motivating a small buying team This role will suit a Senior Buyer who brings: A proven track record in a senior buying role within retail Strong commercial instincts and confidence balancing creativity with data-led decisions Excellent supplier management and negotiation experience Solid understanding of the end-to-end product lifecycle, including seasonal planning Experience operating within multi-channel retail environments The ability to lead, coach and develop others This is a standout opportunity to step into a visible Senior Buyer position where your decisions will directly shape product ranges, customer engagement and commercial outcomes. You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking retailer with ambitious growth plans and the support to execute them. If you're a Senior Buyer looking for ownership, influence and the chance to make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you. BH34267
MERCHANDISER HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS SECURITY LADIES FASHION UP TO £60,000 DOE For this opportunity, you'll find yourself emerged creative side of merchandising as you'll work closely to your design and buying teams on the new, commercial and profitable ranges that are being bought for the business. This business is one of the best performing retailers in the last 5 years. This brand really care about the product they offer to their consumer. As the Merchandiser you will be actively involved in the set up of new reporting tools and the roll out of WSSI's. You will trade and de-risk your category area by having a commercial approach to knowing your best sellers and how to capitalise on newness whilst ensuring that your Junior and Assistants are accountable for their own trading areas. AS THE MERCHANDISER, YOU WILL BE: Forecasting stock within inventory plans with the support of junior members of your team Balancing pricing, risk profile and category, supplier profiles, colour, and mixes throughout all product ranges each season Build and implement WSSI & OTB management to ensure sales and stock targets are achieved. You will be responsible for identifying best sellers and move on's that the team need to focus on to generate new sales. Review product and supplier mix's with your Buyer to ensure that the right product, quality and designs are being brought into the business Building strategy, lessons learnt and weekly trade packs for the wider team, whilst being confident in presenting your suggestions and actions to senior management. Establish a consistent pricing architecture across your ranges whilst being mindful of the competition and any promotional activity you wish to implement Manage the range in conjunction with the Head of Merchandising, along with the Buying & Design team ensuring that the best product is being brought into the business You will conduct market specific promotions and activity to grow the business, this is a great opportunity to have autonomy within a merchandising function Analysing and collating data to provide support to the team in decision making. Constantly monitor and review online performance in order to potentialise profit Ensure that your team are b new range implementation and ranging amendments. Ensuring correct stock quantities are ordered and replenishment levels loaded. Responsible for monthly Re-forecast whilst feeding back key actions to the Senior and Head of Merchandising. You will protect your department by reviewing your cover each week and will make commercial decisions about getting new product or repeats into the business You will be a motivating line manager who is approachable to all junior colleagues If you're looking for a new opportunity where there is real opportunity for growth then this is the role for you. BBBH34398
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
MERCHANDISER HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS SECURITY LADIES FASHION UP TO £60,000 DOE For this opportunity, you'll find yourself emerged creative side of merchandising as you'll work closely to your design and buying teams on the new, commercial and profitable ranges that are being bought for the business. This business is one of the best performing retailers in the last 5 years. This brand really care about the product they offer to their consumer. As the Merchandiser you will be actively involved in the set up of new reporting tools and the roll out of WSSI's. You will trade and de-risk your category area by having a commercial approach to knowing your best sellers and how to capitalise on newness whilst ensuring that your Junior and Assistants are accountable for their own trading areas. AS THE MERCHANDISER, YOU WILL BE: Forecasting stock within inventory plans with the support of junior members of your team Balancing pricing, risk profile and category, supplier profiles, colour, and mixes throughout all product ranges each season Build and implement WSSI & OTB management to ensure sales and stock targets are achieved. You will be responsible for identifying best sellers and move on's that the team need to focus on to generate new sales. Review product and supplier mix's with your Buyer to ensure that the right product, quality and designs are being brought into the business Building strategy, lessons learnt and weekly trade packs for the wider team, whilst being confident in presenting your suggestions and actions to senior management. Establish a consistent pricing architecture across your ranges whilst being mindful of the competition and any promotional activity you wish to implement Manage the range in conjunction with the Head of Merchandising, along with the Buying & Design team ensuring that the best product is being brought into the business You will conduct market specific promotions and activity to grow the business, this is a great opportunity to have autonomy within a merchandising function Analysing and collating data to provide support to the team in decision making. Constantly monitor and review online performance in order to potentialise profit Ensure that your team are b new range implementation and ranging amendments. Ensuring correct stock quantities are ordered and replenishment levels loaded. Responsible for monthly Re-forecast whilst feeding back key actions to the Senior and Head of Merchandising. You will protect your department by reviewing your cover each week and will make commercial decisions about getting new product or repeats into the business You will be a motivating line manager who is approachable to all junior colleagues If you're looking for a new opportunity where there is real opportunity for growth then this is the role for you. BBBH34398
About The Role We're looking for Buying Managers across a number of our categories. The Buying Manager will work in planning, sourcing, selecting and negotiating a commercial and competitively priced product range across all channels, whilst maximising sales and margin for the department. Our commercial teams decide what we sell and at what price. We source great products for our customers and negotiate deals with suppliers. And we look for the best local produce, tracking down products around the world to meet constantly changing tastes. Own brands. Value brands. Global brands. We take great pride in them all. You'll help to deliver exceptional, customer-led ranges which drive sales and margin across a specific category. You will build on the capability of our Buying team by engaging with different teams across the business to translate customer buying insights into competitive customer propositions, ensuring quality and value. Some of your responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering the category plan for a high spend, complex area Driving sales and profit through acting on our customer insight to deliver the right range and customer proposition Delivery of margin targets through negotiation and robust supplier plans Delivering our supplier promises (12 point charter) through continuously improving Supplier relationships and engagement with detailed supplier knowledge and regular supplier visits Using your market understanding of the category, including competitor insight to develop compelling category strategies Actively support and promote the high performance culture of the Buying team, including the support of personal and professional growth to encourage colleagues to be the best they can be Helping to deliver a great customer experience - helping them to buy Operating in full compliance with the Grocery Suppliers Code of Practice (GSCOP) This role is based at our fantastic head office in Bradford. Boasting an on-site restaurant, coffee shop, convenience and sample store, prayer room, free parking and regular company-wide events and promotions. Ideally, applicants will live within a reasonable distance of our office. We've built an incredibly diverse business, and we're working hard to make sure we truly represent the communities we serve. One of the best things about working with so many different people is having the opportunity to listen, learn and connect with lots of different views, perspectives and beliefs. For this role, we're looking for someone who has: Track record as a Buying Manager/Senior Buyer/Senior Trader in a similar environment A proven negotiator Proven experience of delivering category strategies in a complex, competitive market A strong customer centricity with a track record of putting the customer first Ability to work at pace, in a fast and flexible environment with drive, energy and enthusiasm Significant commercial understanding with an excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision making background Experience of building relationships at all levels to drive commercial benefits Experience of implementing and driving unified strategies in a complex business environment About The Team At Morrisons, we're the single biggest food manufacturer in the UK, and the only retailer to operate our own processing sites. Which means we're not just responsible for keeping our shelves stocked - we need to stock our manufacturing sites, too. As a true one-of-a-kind business, we curate, arrange and buy everything from raw materials like flour and meat to the products our customers pop in for every day. We negotiate prices and make sure we're able to sell as much as we can. We look at product packaging and quality to help us decide where products will sit in our stores. And when you remember that each category is worth a percentage of our overall £12billion turnover from supermarket sales alone, the impact of each buying team is huge. We work in embedded business teams, so our Buyers sit with their supply chain, finance and technical counterparts, working alongside each other to make decisions and take action quickly. We even have joint targets so that we're unified in our mission to serve our customers. About The Company 15% colleague discount in our stores and online, plus 10% for two friends/family members Car allowance Annual bonus scheme Generous holiday entitlement Company pension contributions Private healthcare Perks with over 850 retailers We're Foodmakers and Shopkeepers and together, we make Morrisons. We're the only UK retailer with our own manufacturing business spread across 18 sites, not to mention nearly 500 stores, we've lots of opportunities for you to play your part. So, whether you want to make the freshest food, sell it, or join us in our head office, we'd love to meet you
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
About The Role We're looking for Buying Managers across a number of our categories. The Buying Manager will work in planning, sourcing, selecting and negotiating a commercial and competitively priced product range across all channels, whilst maximising sales and margin for the department. Our commercial teams decide what we sell and at what price. We source great products for our customers and negotiate deals with suppliers. And we look for the best local produce, tracking down products around the world to meet constantly changing tastes. Own brands. Value brands. Global brands. We take great pride in them all. You'll help to deliver exceptional, customer-led ranges which drive sales and margin across a specific category. You will build on the capability of our Buying team by engaging with different teams across the business to translate customer buying insights into competitive customer propositions, ensuring quality and value. Some of your responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering the category plan for a high spend, complex area Driving sales and profit through acting on our customer insight to deliver the right range and customer proposition Delivery of margin targets through negotiation and robust supplier plans Delivering our supplier promises (12 point charter) through continuously improving Supplier relationships and engagement with detailed supplier knowledge and regular supplier visits Using your market understanding of the category, including competitor insight to develop compelling category strategies Actively support and promote the high performance culture of the Buying team, including the support of personal and professional growth to encourage colleagues to be the best they can be Helping to deliver a great customer experience - helping them to buy Operating in full compliance with the Grocery Suppliers Code of Practice (GSCOP) This role is based at our fantastic head office in Bradford. Boasting an on-site restaurant, coffee shop, convenience and sample store, prayer room, free parking and regular company-wide events and promotions. Ideally, applicants will live within a reasonable distance of our office. We've built an incredibly diverse business, and we're working hard to make sure we truly represent the communities we serve. One of the best things about working with so many different people is having the opportunity to listen, learn and connect with lots of different views, perspectives and beliefs. For this role, we're looking for someone who has: Track record as a Buying Manager/Senior Buyer/Senior Trader in a similar environment A proven negotiator Proven experience of delivering category strategies in a complex, competitive market A strong customer centricity with a track record of putting the customer first Ability to work at pace, in a fast and flexible environment with drive, energy and enthusiasm Significant commercial understanding with an excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision making background Experience of building relationships at all levels to drive commercial benefits Experience of implementing and driving unified strategies in a complex business environment About The Team At Morrisons, we're the single biggest food manufacturer in the UK, and the only retailer to operate our own processing sites. Which means we're not just responsible for keeping our shelves stocked - we need to stock our manufacturing sites, too. As a true one-of-a-kind business, we curate, arrange and buy everything from raw materials like flour and meat to the products our customers pop in for every day. We negotiate prices and make sure we're able to sell as much as we can. We look at product packaging and quality to help us decide where products will sit in our stores. And when you remember that each category is worth a percentage of our overall £12billion turnover from supermarket sales alone, the impact of each buying team is huge. We work in embedded business teams, so our Buyers sit with their supply chain, finance and technical counterparts, working alongside each other to make decisions and take action quickly. We even have joint targets so that we're unified in our mission to serve our customers. About The Company 15% colleague discount in our stores and online, plus 10% for two friends/family members Car allowance Annual bonus scheme Generous holiday entitlement Company pension contributions Private healthcare Perks with over 850 retailers We're Foodmakers and Shopkeepers and together, we make Morrisons. We're the only UK retailer with our own manufacturing business spread across 18 sites, not to mention nearly 500 stores, we've lots of opportunities for you to play your part. So, whether you want to make the freshest food, sell it, or join us in our head office, we'd love to meet you
Alexander Mann Solutions - Contingency
City, Derby
AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a number of Senior Strategic Buyers for a 24 months contract based in Derby. Please note this position is going to be hybrid. Job description - the role Purpose of the role: In this dynamic role, you'll be at the forefront of creating our procurement strategies, selecting top tier suppliers, negotiating optimal deals, finalising contracts, and managing the contracts to ensure a high performing supply chain which is vital to our business performance and overall success. What you'll do: Developing and leading sourcing activities from proposal to contract signature, to include negotiation, performing cost analysis by creating Total Cost or Acquisition/ Product Cost Lifecycle Models, and building business cases to select high performing suppliers that meet the client's cost, quality, delivery, sustainability, management, and technology objectives. Leading contract management, including drafting, negotiating, and finalising agreements with suppliers to ensure compliance and optimise terms. Managing the process of Identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial risks within the supply chain to ensure continuity and resilience. Working with the relevant functions and stakeholders to lead and contribute to building and maintaining category strategies within the designated category to draw value for the client, whilst keeping up to date with key market trends and technologies. Managing supplier relationships and in contract supplier management, including supplier performance management, leading cost reduction activities, and resolving commercial issues. The skills you'll need: A degree in a relevant field or CIPS qualification Experience of working as a Senior Strategic Buyer Regulated or complex industry Demonstrating strong experience in strategic sourcing Managing supplier relationships and in-contract supplier management. You will need to have an understanding of risk management and building a resilient supply chain. Proven track record of successful negotiations, coupled with strong commercial and financial skills with an understanding of Total Cost of Acquisition/Product Cost Lifecycles and associated levers/analytics. Excellent communication, influencing, relationship management skills with focus on drawing value for the company. Passion to drive change and make a difference combined with ability to solve complex problems, demonstrating digital awareness and analytical capability. Experience of reviewing and drafting contracts. Next steps We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model. If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business
Oct 03, 2025
Contractor
AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a number of Senior Strategic Buyers for a 24 months contract based in Derby. Please note this position is going to be hybrid. Job description - the role Purpose of the role: In this dynamic role, you'll be at the forefront of creating our procurement strategies, selecting top tier suppliers, negotiating optimal deals, finalising contracts, and managing the contracts to ensure a high performing supply chain which is vital to our business performance and overall success. What you'll do: Developing and leading sourcing activities from proposal to contract signature, to include negotiation, performing cost analysis by creating Total Cost or Acquisition/ Product Cost Lifecycle Models, and building business cases to select high performing suppliers that meet the client's cost, quality, delivery, sustainability, management, and technology objectives. Leading contract management, including drafting, negotiating, and finalising agreements with suppliers to ensure compliance and optimise terms. Managing the process of Identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial risks within the supply chain to ensure continuity and resilience. Working with the relevant functions and stakeholders to lead and contribute to building and maintaining category strategies within the designated category to draw value for the client, whilst keeping up to date with key market trends and technologies. Managing supplier relationships and in contract supplier management, including supplier performance management, leading cost reduction activities, and resolving commercial issues. The skills you'll need: A degree in a relevant field or CIPS qualification Experience of working as a Senior Strategic Buyer Regulated or complex industry Demonstrating strong experience in strategic sourcing Managing supplier relationships and in-contract supplier management. You will need to have an understanding of risk management and building a resilient supply chain. Proven track record of successful negotiations, coupled with strong commercial and financial skills with an understanding of Total Cost of Acquisition/Product Cost Lifecycles and associated levers/analytics. Excellent communication, influencing, relationship management skills with focus on drawing value for the company. Passion to drive change and make a difference combined with ability to solve complex problems, demonstrating digital awareness and analytical capability. Experience of reviewing and drafting contracts. Next steps We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model. If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business
The Company This business is the UK's leading manufacturer in their field. Their long-standing base of customers includes some of the world's largest retailers. They also manufacture and pack many internationally recognised brands. They have been expanding rapidly and have an exciting opportunity within their management team based in their modern, purpose-built facility. You will be joining a leading business, with continued exciting growth taking place year on year. Senior Sourcing Manager Salary, Hours, and Benefits £50,000 Hybrid working 37.5 hours per week, Monday Friday (with flexibility on start and finish times) Company performance bonus Bupa cover Commutable From: Derby, Swadlincote, Birmingham, Leicester, Nottingham, Lichfield Senior Sourcing Manager Role Overview The Senior Sourcing Manager will report to the Head of Procurement; you will be responsible for the provision of an effective and efficient Procurement Service to business stakeholders for the assigned categories. This will include execution of strategic sourcing using market research and cost analysis to identify and contract with best fit suppliers, and their ongoing supplier management, to ensure supply assurance of materials and services meeting quality standards and specifications. Senior Sourcing Manager Candidate Requirements You will have proven strategic procurement experience, as opposed to transactional / reactive only experience. Previous experience of packaging procurement would be highly advantageous. Useful experience would include Retail, FMCG or similar industries. Proven experience working in Procurement or Sourcing roles (Buyer, Category Manager, Sourcing Specialist / Manager or similar). Must have the ability to deliver results in a dynamic, fast paced environment - able to work effectively with minimal information at times. Supplier sourcing and negotiation of the contract experience is essential. Experienced user of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel (VLookup, Pivots tables etc). Ability to structure and analyse data to identify opportunities, risks etc. MCIPS Level 6 would be desirable, but this is not essential, experience is the key. Senior Sourcing Manager Key Responsibilities (but not limited to) Internal customer engagement to understand business needs and expected outcomes. Spend analysis of assigned categories to identify sourcing and/or negotiation opportunities and to deliver Supplier Segmentation classification. Develop and deliver the annual strategic sourcing plan, and benefits initiatives, including required stakeholder management. New Source or annual Negotiation planning and sign off according to requirements of Supplier Segmentation and delegated authorities Subsequent execution to capture outcomes in appropriate formal documents including contracts, SLA s, price books and any other appropriate schedules. Subsequent execution to capture outcomes in appropriate formal documents including contracts, SLA s price books and any other appropriate schedule. Cost Standards setting in support of budgeting and materials price variance (MPV) analysis. Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK. Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates. If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch. Should you want to learn more about any of our MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION vacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact me to have an informal, confidential chat. Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing & Production Recruitment Support since 1994
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
The Company This business is the UK's leading manufacturer in their field. Their long-standing base of customers includes some of the world's largest retailers. They also manufacture and pack many internationally recognised brands. They have been expanding rapidly and have an exciting opportunity within their management team based in their modern, purpose-built facility. You will be joining a leading business, with continued exciting growth taking place year on year. Senior Sourcing Manager Salary, Hours, and Benefits £50,000 Hybrid working 37.5 hours per week, Monday Friday (with flexibility on start and finish times) Company performance bonus Bupa cover Commutable From: Derby, Swadlincote, Birmingham, Leicester, Nottingham, Lichfield Senior Sourcing Manager Role Overview The Senior Sourcing Manager will report to the Head of Procurement; you will be responsible for the provision of an effective and efficient Procurement Service to business stakeholders for the assigned categories. This will include execution of strategic sourcing using market research and cost analysis to identify and contract with best fit suppliers, and their ongoing supplier management, to ensure supply assurance of materials and services meeting quality standards and specifications. Senior Sourcing Manager Candidate Requirements You will have proven strategic procurement experience, as opposed to transactional / reactive only experience. Previous experience of packaging procurement would be highly advantageous. Useful experience would include Retail, FMCG or similar industries. Proven experience working in Procurement or Sourcing roles (Buyer, Category Manager, Sourcing Specialist / Manager or similar). Must have the ability to deliver results in a dynamic, fast paced environment - able to work effectively with minimal information at times. Supplier sourcing and negotiation of the contract experience is essential. Experienced user of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel (VLookup, Pivots tables etc). Ability to structure and analyse data to identify opportunities, risks etc. MCIPS Level 6 would be desirable, but this is not essential, experience is the key. Senior Sourcing Manager Key Responsibilities (but not limited to) Internal customer engagement to understand business needs and expected outcomes. Spend analysis of assigned categories to identify sourcing and/or negotiation opportunities and to deliver Supplier Segmentation classification. Develop and deliver the annual strategic sourcing plan, and benefits initiatives, including required stakeholder management. New Source or annual Negotiation planning and sign off according to requirements of Supplier Segmentation and delegated authorities Subsequent execution to capture outcomes in appropriate formal documents including contracts, SLA s, price books and any other appropriate schedules. Subsequent execution to capture outcomes in appropriate formal documents including contracts, SLA s price books and any other appropriate schedule. Cost Standards setting in support of budgeting and materials price variance (MPV) analysis. Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK. Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates. If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch. Should you want to learn more about any of our MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION vacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact me to have an informal, confidential chat. Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing & Production Recruitment Support since 1994
Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading Lancashire based client to recruit for a Senior Buyer. Main Duties: Lead the procurement of goods and materials to ensure sufficient stock holding is maintained Manage new and existing supplier relationships Negotiate with suppliers to ensure optimal pricing Identify, quantify and onboarding of new suppliers Work closely with internal teams to turn demand plans into purchasing priorities Manage the end-to-end process of purchasing Manage develop and mentor a small team Experience and Skills required: Previous experience of at least Senior Buyer/Category Manager level Commercially astute and aware Previous experience mentoring a team Good IT, literacy, and numerical and analytical skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment 50473DH INDPRO
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading Lancashire based client to recruit for a Senior Buyer. Main Duties: Lead the procurement of goods and materials to ensure sufficient stock holding is maintained Manage new and existing supplier relationships Negotiate with suppliers to ensure optimal pricing Identify, quantify and onboarding of new suppliers Work closely with internal teams to turn demand plans into purchasing priorities Manage the end-to-end process of purchasing Manage develop and mentor a small team Experience and Skills required: Previous experience of at least Senior Buyer/Category Manager level Commercially astute and aware Previous experience mentoring a team Good IT, literacy, and numerical and analytical skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment 50473DH INDPRO
