Procurement
We have an in-depth understanding of the procurement market and provide our candidates with a range of opportunities to enhance their procurement careers, as well as supporting our clients with all levels of recruitment from Graduates to Executive level, helping to build and develop their procurement teams.
The types of roles we recruit for include:
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Latest Jobs
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Procurement Administrator
£26000.00 - £28000.00 per annum
Borehamwood
A reputable organisation is seeking a permanent Procurement Administrator to join their team in Borehamwood. The role offers a salary of up to £28,000 and a flexible hybrid work arrangement, with 2-3 days on-site. This position involves providing vital administrative and analytical support to the Procurement department, helping to drive the organisation's cost efficiency, quality standards, and overall performance. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in an administrative role, preferably within procurement or supply chain management. Role responsibilities of the Procurement Administrator include: Provide administrative and analytical support to the Procurement department. Manage supplier accounts, liaise with suppliers, and handle queries related to pricing, compliance, and due diligence. Maintain and develop relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, ensuring smooth communication. Oversee procurement platforms, including e-Procurement and external supplier portals, and manage the Procurement inbox. Uphold organisational values by promoting effective communication and collaboration within procurement activities. Person Specification of the Procurement Administrator: Proven experience within an administrator role ideally within a procurement or supply chain function Experience working within a fast-paced environment A high standard of IT skills including Microsoft Office Experience of working with ERP/MRP systems Excellent communication skills Salary Up to £28k This position is hybrid working with 2-3 days per week WFH. This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within administration.
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Junior Buyer
£27000.00 - £33000.00 per annum
Southampton
A reputable organisation is seeking a permanent Junior Buyer to join their team in Southampton. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with two days working from home each week, and a salary of up to £33,000. This opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about procurement or supply chain management, eager to develop their career and expand their skills within a dynamic and supportive environment. Role responsibilities of the Junior Buyer include: Manage existing supplier accounts within the specific categories Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers Analyse market trends and perform cost analyses to identify savings Support sourcing of new suppliers and products Assist with purchase orders, stock monitoring, and stock control Provide administrative support to the Buying Team and maintain supplier relationships Person Specification of the Buyer: A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word Strong organisational and administrative skills Excellent attention to detail Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment Previous experience in a buying or procurement is beneficial but not essential Salary Up to £33k This position offers hybrid working of up to 2 days from home post probation This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, sourcing specialist, junior buyer, lead buyer, procurement graduate, buying administrator, buying admin, buying specialist, purchasing assistant, procurement assistant, buying coordinator, procurement associate, buying intern, procurement clerk or trainee buyer
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Social Care Procurement Manager
£50000 - £57500 per annum
Keynsham
Our client is looking for a procurement professional to lead and shape procurement activity for Social Care. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong public sector procurement knowledge to influence strategy, deliver value, and ensure compliance with legislation and best practice within Social Care. You'll bring proven experience in managing complex procurement projects, preparing tenders, negotiating contracts, and applying commercial acumen. A detailed understanding of public procurement regulations is essential, along with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders. This role could suit someone stepping up from a Senior Buyer or Senior Procurement Officer position, or moving across from a Procurement Manager or Purchasing Manager role in another public procurement regulated environment. Our client offers flexible hybrid working, with the team coming together in the office once a week. Additional office time may be required on an ad-hoc basis depending on business needs. In this role, you'll act as a lead procurement professional, driving best practice, shaping policy, and supporting major procurement initiatives. Professional development is encouraged, including progression towards MCIPS membership. If you're passionate about delivering value and building strong relationships, this is the perfect next step.
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Procurement Manager
£50000 - £57500 per annum
Keynsham
Our client is looking for an experienced procurement professional to lead and shape procurement activity across their organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong public sector procurement knowledge to influence strategy, deliver value, and ensure compliance with legislation and best practice. You'll bring proven experience in managing complex procurement projects, preparing tenders, negotiating contracts, and applying commercial acumen. A detailed understanding of public procurement regulations is essential, along with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders. This role could suit someone stepping up from a Senior Buyer or Senior Procurement Officer position, or moving across from a Procurement Manager or Purchasing Manager role in another public procurement regulated environment. Our client offers flexible hybrid working, with the team coming together in the office once a week. Additional office time may be required on an ad-hoc basis depending on business needs. In this role, you'll act as a lead procurement professional, driving best practice, shaping policy, and supporting major procurement initiatives. Professional development is encouraged, including progression towards MCIPS membership. If you're passionate about delivering value and building strong relationships, this is the perfect next step.
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Senior Engineering Buyer
£50000.00 - £57500.00 per annum
Ampthill
A globally renowned organisation is seeking a Senior Engineering Buyer to join their team in Ampthill on a permanent basis. This role offers a salary of up to £57,500 and features a 4-day compressed workweek, with Fridays off. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing supplier delivery and supporting a diverse range of activities across multiple categories, including both simple and complex build-to-print components. Key areas of focus will include commodities such as PCBs, box-build assemblies, cable harnesses, and mechanical parts. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in purchasing or procurement, with a particular emphasis on sourcing and managing complex drawn items. Role responsibilities of the Senior Engineering Buyer include: Managing the end-to-end procurement process, including issuing RFQs, facilitating tenders, establishing terms and conditions, conducting negotiations, evaluating bids, and awarding contracts. Negotiating with suppliers to secure optimal value and favorable terms. Building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships with key internal teams and external business partners. Ensuring all procurement activities adhere to internal policies and legislative requirements. Holding procurement delegation authority to sign supplier agreements and purchase orders within established limits. Contributing to the ongoing enhancement of supply chain processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Person Specification of the Senior Engineering Buyer: Proven track record as a Senior Engineering Buyer or in a similar procurement role. Extensive experience sourcing complex drawn components, including mechanical assemblies and PCB assemblies (PCB-A). Demonstrated ability to thrive in high-volume, fast-paced production environments. Strong expertise in procurement best practices, with a focus on efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Exceptional communication skills, capable of effectively managing stakeholder expectations and fostering collaborative relationships. Salary Up to £57.5k + benefits 4 day compressed working week with 2 days working from home This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, sourcing specialist, commodity manager, category manager, senior buyer, engineering buyer, lead procurement specialist, purchasing agent, engineering procurement manager, electronics buyer, mechanical buyer, engineering materials buyer, procurement supervisor
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Senior Procurement Specialist - NEC3/4
£55000 - £60000 per annum + Bonus, private health
Peterborough
Are you an experienced procurement professional looking for your next challenge? We're working with a leading organisation in the utilities sector that is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to join their established and high-performing commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on large scale infrastructure construction projects that are truly unique. Due to the specialist nature of the role, demonstrable infrastructure construction procurement and NEC3/4 experience is essential. Additionally, in-depth experience with public procurement regulations e.g. (PCR2015, UCR2016, PA23) is required. This is a rewarding role for someone who thrives in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where sustainability, innovation, and long-term planning are central to the organisation's mission. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact and develop your career within a commercially astute and socially responsible business, we'd love to hear from you. Our client also offers flexible, hybrid working, with 2 or 3 days a week at most depending on business needs, spent at their offices in Peterborough. They also offer a comprehensive benefits package that you'd expect from an employer of choice.
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Commercial Lead
Up to £52000.00 per annum + Excellent Pension and Holiday
England
We are supporting a national not-for-profit organisation, established to improve commercial and procurement services across Public Sector organisations who mare are recruiting for a Commercial Lead to drive high-profile procurement and contract management across multiple categories. This is a dynamic, fully remote role offering variety, professional growth, and the chance to influence commercial strategy. The Commercial Lead is responsible for delivering maximum value via commercial activities, influencing commercial strategy as a commercial and procurement expert, supporting procurement and contract management activities. Responsibilities of the Commercial Lead: -Prepare strategic plans, delivering and making recommendations for actions on all commercial/procurement activity -Lead complex competitive tenders and supplier negotiations for the supply of goods and services -Support key stakeholders creating strong and effective relationships -Lead sourcing processes within required timeframes whilst achieving attractive commercial goals -Ensure compliance with procurement regulations and social value policies -Lead contract and supplier management programmes including supply chain improvement programmes -Identify risks and understand risk management -Sourcing, implementing and managing new contracts Skills and experience of the Commercial Lead: -Experienced in Commercial Management / Procurement Management -Strong stakeholder and relationship management skills -Analytical, resilient, and collaborative mindset -Working knowledge of Public Procurement Regulations -Proven success in leading full end-to-end procurement/commercial cycle -Strong commercial and financial acumen Package of the Commercial Lead: Salary up to £51,000 Pension: 12% Employer / 6% Employee Holiday: 28 days + Bank Holidays + Birthday Professional qualification support Life Insurance 4x Salary A variety of softer benefits Please note this role is fully remote working The Commercial Lead would suit candidates with experience of or having held roles of Commercial Management, Commercial Manager, Senior Commercial Officer, Procurement, Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager or Category Manager.
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