Senior Procurement Specialist

2 days ago


Worcester, Worcestershire, United Kingdom LKQ Euro Car Parts Full time
Job Title: Senior Buyer

Job Overview

The Senior Buyer will play a key role in driving value, optimizing benefits, and enhancing efficiency in indirect procurement across the region and the group. Working closely with the LKQE IDP team, they will ensure that key internal stakeholders are consistently satisfied and delighted by delivering on expectations related to cost, quality, service, and innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage all tender renewal processes for indirect procurement, including quote processing, liaising with functions on requirements, and meeting deadlines.
  • Build relationships with suppliers to ensure maximum efficiency and cost savings.
  • Work closely with stakeholders to ensure awareness of governance and process.
  • Support the Head of IDP on deploying strategies for the UK&I business.
  • Be a primary point of contact for Indirect Procurement for internal and external customers.
  • Ensure effective implementation and compliance with new procurement processes, including systems like Coupa and Babbage.
  • Analyze supplier performance, meet with suppliers regularly to ensure efficiencies, and receive the best price and service possible.
  • Establish and maintain clear communication channels with stakeholders through regular business review meetings and a clear communication matrix.

Skills and Experience

  • Significant experience in procurement, with a focus on indirect procurement.
  • Degree or CIPPS is desirable.
  • Experience in managing stakeholder relationships.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to interact with all teams, areas, and levels in the business.
  • Experience in working in a matrix organization.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary.
  • 33 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays).
  • Personal development leading to career opportunities across the UK and Europe.
  • Contributory pension scheme.
  • Life assurance.
  • Support through our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Discounted Health Club memberships.
  • Hospital Plan and Online GP.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Online retail discount.
  • Staff discount.


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