Indirect Buyer – Permanent
Location: Leeds (with occasional UK travel)
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Industry: Heavy Manufacturing / Multi-Site Operations
Elevation Recruitment Group is partnering with a leading UK manufacturing business to recruit an experienced Indirect Buyer on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a broad range of indirect categories within a complex, multi-site environment, driving commercial value and operational efficiency.
The Role:
As Indirect Buyer, you’ll be responsible for managing indirect procurement categories such as facilities management, professional services, utilities, and environmental services. You’ll work cross-functionally with stakeholders at various levels to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and ensure the business receives best-in-class service and value.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading sourcing activities and contract negotiations across indirect spend areas
* Developing category strategies that align with business objectives and sustainability targets
* Building and maintaining effective supplier relationships and performance frameworks
* Collaborating with internal stakeholders across multiple UK sites to ensure procurement supports operational needs
* Delivering measurable cost savings and driving continuous improvement
* Ensuring compliance with internal policies and relevant regulations
Ideal Candidate Profile:
We are looking for a commercially driven procurement professional with strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence across functions.
You will have:
* Proven experience in indirect procurement or category management
* Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, or multi-site environment
* Strong negotiation, analytical, and supplier management skills
* Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach
* A focus on value delivery, compliance, and continuous improvement
* Knowledge of sustainability or ESG-related procurement practices is desirable
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary of £50,000 – £60,000
* Permanent role with long-term development opportunities
* Autonomy to lead key categories and make a tangible impact
* Exposure to strategic procurement in a nationally recognised organisation
* A collaborative and forward-thinking culture