Lead Strategic Senior Buyer

6 days ago

Andover, United Kingdom Owen Daniels Full time

We’re seeking a commercially astute and strategically minded Lead Strategic Senior Buyer to join a forward-thinking procurement team. This is a unique hybrid role — around 60% strategic Supplier Account Management and 40% leadership-focused — ideal for a Procurement professional who enjoys accountability and influence without direct line management responsibilities.

You’ll combine high-level supplier strategy, performance management, and process improvement with oversight of procurement KPIs, compliance, and reporting. This position would particularly suit a Procurement Manager who wants to leverage their leadership skills in a hands-on, strategic environment without managing direct reports.

Lead Strategic Senior Buyer
Permanent
Competitive Salary
Monday–Thursday 8:00–16:45, Friday 8:00–13:00
Andover

Lead Strategic Senior Buyer
Job Description
Take strategic ownership of sourcing direct materials and services 

Proactively review purchasing processes, identifying and implementing improvements

Oversee procurement performance through KPIs, audits, and compliance tracking

Produce financial reports and promote a culture of cost awareness and long-term savings

Lead supplier negotiations, contract implementation, and formal RFQ processes

Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Development, Manufacturing, and Distribution to support cost-reduction and make-vs-buy initiatives

Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and strategic suppliers

Monitor and mitigate supply chain risk while ensuring supplier performance and continuous improvement

Support ERP system implementation and contribute to shaping future-state Procurement strategy

Lead Strategic Senior Buyer
Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications
Proven experience in strategic procurement or Supplier Account Management within a manufacturing environment

Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Ability to lead through influence, driving performance without direct reports

Strong commercial and financial acumen with experience in cost and contract management

Skilled in analysing supplier risk, performance, and market trends

Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related discipline (desirable)

MCIPS/ACIPS qualification preferred

Lead Supplier Account Manager
Company Benefits
25 days holiday + bank holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Learning & Development Opportunities

Reward Scheme

Voluntary and Community Activities

Sports and Social Club

CIPS investment

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