Buyer/Senior Buyer – IT

About the role

This position supports end‑to‑end procurement activities across IT and corporate functions for a major UK infrastructure business. Working in a hybrid model, you will collaborate with stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Support procurement from sourcing through contract award.
• Assist with supplier negotiations, RFP/RFQ processes, and contract management.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships across the business.
• Ensure procurement compliance, governance, and best practice.
• Support reporting, KPI tracking, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Experience in IT procurement or category management.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Understanding of commercial contracts and procurement processes.
• Ability to work across multiple projects in a collaborative environment.
• CIPS qualification or studying towards CIPS is desirable.

Required skills

What we offer

• Long‑term career development within a nationally significant project.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on a fast‑paced, high‑value procurement function.