Indirect Buyer
Location: Luton
Salary: £50k - £55k + Flexible working hours
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a brand-new role and really make it your own. As the company’s first dedicated Indirect Buyer, you’ll have the chance to shape and develop the indirect procurement function from the ground up, driving cost efficiencies and strengthening supplier relationships across the business.
Adding to the excitement, the business is preparing to move into a brand-new purpose-built facility within the next couple of months, making this an excellent time to join a growing organisation entering an exciting new phase. This role offers genuine autonomy, visibility, and the opportunity to have a lasting impact as the business continues to expand.
You’ll be responsible for sourcing non-production goods and services, managing supplier performance, and partnering with stakeholders to deliver best value and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities for the Indirect Buyer:
* Lead sourcing activities for indirect goods and services, including RFQ/RFP processes
* Negotiate commercial agreements and develop Statements of Work
* Build and manage strong supplier relationships, including regular performance reviews
* Monitor supplier KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives
* Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement spend reduction strategies
* Resolve issues relating to supplier performance, services, and equipment
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with business needs
* Ensure compliance with company procedures and relevant regulations
* We’re looking for someone with proven experience in indirect procurement, ideally within a manufacturing environment, alongside strong negotiation and analytical skills and the ability to build effective relationships across multiple teams.
If you’re proactive, commercially minded, and motivated by the opportunity to build and shape a role within a growing business investing heavily in its future, this could be the perfect next step.