Strategic Buying Leader

6 days ago


Bridgwater, Somerset, United Kingdom Laing O'Rourke Full time

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Strategic Buying Leader to join our team. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a procurement strategy that meets the needs of our business.

In this role, you will work closely with our commercial team to identify opportunities for cost savings and implement effective procurement strategies. You will also be responsible for managing relationships with suppliers and negotiating contracts.

Key Responsibilities
  • Developing and implementing procurement strategies to achieve business objectives.
  • Managing supplier relationships and negotiating contracts.
  • Conducting market analysis to identify opportunities for cost savings.
  • Implementing effective procurement processes to ensure compliance and efficiency.
  • Collaborating with commercial teams to identify and develop new business opportunities.

The estimated salary for this role is £70,000 - £100,000 per annum, depending on experience, with benefits including private medical insurance, company pension schemes, and annual holiday allowance.



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