Overview
Senior Buyer
Location: This is a hybrid role which will allow you to split your time between home and the Manchester office 2 / 3 days a week.
Siemens, the leading global engineering and technology services company, has been active in the United Kingdom for 175 years. We provide innovative solutions to help tackle the UK's major challenges, across the key sectors of mobility, digital industry, smart infrastructure, and healthcare.
Siemens has a significant presence throughout the UK, with 12 manufacturing sites and more than 25 major offices.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Buyer to join our Supply Chain Management team in the UK.
In this role, you'll take ownership of Indirect Material procurement for Siemens businesses, building strong relationships across the organisation and driving innovation in how we work.
As a Senior Buyer, your focus will be on delivering procurement value and strategic impact across Siemens UK, while collaborating closely with UK Commodity Managers, EMEA, and global teams. You'll champion digital transformation and AI adoption within SCM, helping us optimise processes, improve transparency, and shape the future of procurement.
We are a purpose-driven team, committed to delivering sustainable solutions and creating positive outcomes for Siemens, society, and the environment.
Responsibilities
* Act as the primary point of contact for Siemens business units, ensuring alignment of procurement strategies with operational needs.
* Build and maintain strong relationships to support collaboration and deliver value-added solutions.
* Lead sourcing activities, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier performance to achieve cost, quality, and delivery targets.
* Analyse market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
* Develop and drive sustainability topics and social value projects to make a positive impact for both Siemens and Society.
* Drive digital transformation within procurement by implementing AI-enabled tools to optimise sourcing, contract management, and supplier performance.
* Identify and lead opportunities for automation and process improvement through advanced analytics and emerging technologies.
* Champion innovation by piloting generative AI solutions to enhance decision-making and streamline procurement workflows.
Qualifications / What we look for
* Broad supply chain knowledge
* Strong negotiation and influencing skills
* Excellent communication, influencing and presentation skills at all levels
* Ability to build trust and confidence quickly and expertly
* Knowledge of AI applications in supply chain and drive adoption
* Familiarity with digitalisation frameworks and tools
* Change management and stakeholder engagement for digital initiatives
* Passion to make a difference and have creative thinking and a forward-looking mindset
What we offer
* Performance-Based Bonus: Enjoy an annual bonus linked to the company's performance
* Flexible Working Hours: Achieve a healthy work-life balance with our flexible working arrangements
* Pension Plan: Secure your future with our generous pension scheme, with employer contributions up to 10%
* Time Off: 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days
We are fully committed to providing equal opportunities and building an inclusive workplace where a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives thrive. We embrace the many ways people think, learn, and experience the world—because we know that diverse minds drive innovation. If you have any specific requirements during the application and interview process, please let us know.
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