Indirect Category Procurement Specialist

1 week ago


Stockport, Stockport, United Kingdom Butler Ross Full time
Indirect Category Buyer Opportunity

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Indirect Category Buyer to join Butler Ross, a well-established manufacturing organisation based in the North of England. The successful candidate will be responsible for purchasing indirect goods and services, including services, maintenance, and HR, and will play a key role in the purchasing team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Preparing, executing, and evaluating tenders for indirect goods and services
  • Negotiating contracts and driving their implementation locally
  • Developing and implementing procurement strategies for local categories
  • Managing supplier relationships and conducting performance reviews
  • Controlling spending and fostering the use of standard tools and processes in the region
  • Ensuring the purchasing needs of technical goods and services are met
  • Developing and maintaining close and productive relationships with key stakeholders
Requirements:
  • A professional qualification in purchasing, such as CIPS, or at least 5 years of strategic buyer experience
  • Experience in purchasing indirect goods and services, ideally services, site services, maintenance, and HR
  • Experience using SAP
  • Strong commercial and contract negotiation skills
  • The ability to build relationships, influence, and gain cooperation across all regions
  • A valid UK driving licence
What We Offer:

A competitive salary of up to £55,000, hybrid working, and the opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic and supportive team.

This role is well-suited for experienced purchasing professionals, including Indirect Buyers, Category Managers, Purchasing Team Leaders, and Procurement Specialists.



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