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Buyer - Procurement

Buyer - Procurement

  • Location

    Coventry

  • Sector:

    Procurement

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £40000 - £50000 per annum + Excellent Corporate Benefits

  • Contact:

    Diane Marjoram

  • Contact email:

    Diane.Marjoram@1st-executive.com

  • Job ref:

    J692171_1757693008

  • Published:

    1 day ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-10-12

  • Startdate:

    ASAP

Buyer - Procurement

Up to £50K + Benefits

📍 Location: Coventry
📊 Categories managed: IT & Indirects
🕘 Full-time | Hybrid Working |


Ready to shape the future of procurement in a fast-moving, high-impact environment?
We're looking for a commercially sharp and driven Buyer to join a dynamic procurement team. If you're eager to lead, influence, and deliver measurable value across a multi-million-pound portfolio - this could be your next big move.


🧠 What You'll Do:

  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies that strike the right balance between cost, quality, and risk

  • Run sourcing events (RFI/RFP), evaluate suppliers, and negotiate commercial contracts

  • Build relationships across the business to drive alignment and deliver results

  • Own and manage category spend up to £30 million, delivering against strategic goals

  • Collaborate across departments to roll out effective and value-driven procurement solutions


💼 What You Bring:

  • Experience in a commercial or procurement setting

  • Strong negotiation skills and a curious, analytical mindset

  • Confidence to challenge and support stakeholders of all levels

  • Solid understanding of procurement principles and some exposure to contract law

  • Organised, adaptable, and resilient with a solutions-focused approach


Why This Role?

This is more than just a Buyer role - it's an opportunity to make a real commercial impact in a company that values bold thinking, continuous improvement, and smart decision-making. You'll have the autonomy to lead, the support to grow, and the platform to thrive.


🔗 Apply now to take your next step in a high-performing procurement team.

***All applicants must hold current and valid UK Right to Work***