Senior Buyer

Description:

Our client, a leading name in the procurement supply chain sector, is seeking a Senior Buyer to join their team based in either Harefield or Ipswich. This permanent position sits within their Energy Supply Chain team, supporting major substation and energy infrastructure projects.
You will play a vital role in the procurement of critical, high-value, long-lead materials, working closely with operational teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to best value. This is a highly collaborative role with the opportunity to shape procurement strategy within a growing and forward-thinking business.

Key Responsibilities:

Supporting Energy Major Projects with the procurement of critical materials and services
Engaging early with estimating and work-winning teams to support pricing and procurement strategy
Developing and delivering procurement strategies aligned to project and wider group objectives
Managing supplier relationships, including negotiation, performance monitoring, and KPI management
Identifying and working with key strategic suppliers and subcontractors, both UK and international
Ensuring compliance with client frameworks, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements
Monitoring cost performance against tender allowances and project programmes
Providing technical procurement support to contract teams, including specifications, COSHH and H&S documentation
Supporting category management activities and wider group procurement initiatives

Job Requirements:

Proven experience operating at Senior Buyer or Procurement Manager level within the energy, utilities, M&E, or civil engineering sectors
CIPS qualified (or working towards) is preferable
Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills with sound knowledge of contract law, supply markets, and pricing trends
Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
Advanced IT skills and attention to detail
Full UK driving licence is essential, as there will be significant travel within the UK, mostly between Harefield, Ipswich, and Gwent

Benefits:

Opportunity to influence and shape procurement strategy within major projects
Highly collaborative environment within a growing and forward-thinking business
Professional development and training opportunities
Competitive employee benefits package
Dynamic and supportive work environment
If you are an experienced Senior Buyer looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's talented team in either Harefield or Ipswich