Job Title: Senior Buyer Location: Warwick or Wokingham (Hybrid - 1 day a fortnight, fully remote considered) Contract Length: 6 month Contract Day Rate: £500 per day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella) About the Role We're seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to lead strategic, high-value procurement tenders within a critical national infrastructure programme. This is a unique opportunity to work on multi-billion-pound contracts that deliver greener, more affordable energy solutions for the UK. You'll manage complex procurement processes end-to-end, from market engagement through to contract award, ensuring compliance and driving value beyond cost savings. This is not a transactional role - it's a chance to make a strategic impact in a highly governed environment. Key Responsibilities Act as procurement sourcing lead for 1-2 strategic tenders at a time, identifying the best sourcing strategies and leading events from market engagement through to contract award. Project manage strategic tenders, maintaining RAID logs, project plans, reporting, and RACIs to keep the sourcing team on track. Support value creation through volume leverage, supplier innovation, forecasting efficiency, and optioneering. Conduct market research and supply analysis to inform category management and stay ahead of emerging trends. Collate and analyse spend performance data, providing actionable insights and recommendations. Identify and miti...