Category Buyer – Procurement Specialist (Maternity Cover)

About the role

As a Category Buyer you will help maximise the value of supplier relationships across a broad range of categories, supporting Specsavers’ mission to improve sight and hearing. You will translate data, supplier insight and stakeholder needs into commercial benefits for the business.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver category strategies in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Lead sourcing activities, including spend analysis and market research.
• Run competitive supplier selection processes and negotiate agreements.
• Interpret contract terms and draft basic contract documentation.
• Build trusted relationships with internal teams, suppliers and senior leaders.

Required profile

• Commercially minded procurement professional with experience in a broad procurement environment.
• Strong commercial mindset and understanding of contracts and basic contract drafting.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work autonomously.
• Curiosity about market trends and a proactive ownership attitude.

Required skills

What we offer

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to influence category strategy and deliver tangible business impact.
• 9‑12 month maternity cover contract.