Lead Buyer

Summary Shape procurement strategies across a broad range of technology categories while developing your expertise in a highly collaborative international environment. This role offers the chance to take ownership of significant procurement activity while building a long-term career within the defence sector. Where you will work Hybrid working in Hertfordshire, with a mix of onsite and remote working. Occasional UK and international travel may be required to support stakeholder and supplier engagement. This is a permanent role. What you will be doing

• Leading procurement activities across technology and IT related categories
• Supporting sourcing strategies for software, hardware, cyber, networks and digital services
• Managing supplier engagement, negotiations and commercial agreements
• Building relationships with stakeholders across the UK and Europe
• Contributing to category management initiatives and procurement transformation activities
• Developing expertise across a diverse and evolving technology landscape Your profile
• Procurement, purchasing or sourcing experience within indirect spend categories
• IT procurement experience or a strong interest in developing within IT procurement
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver successful outcomes
• Experience working with suppliers, contracts and commercial negotiations
• MCIPS qualification, or a willingness to work towards it, would be beneficial Essential requirements
• Experience within procurement, purchasing or sourcing environments
• Ability to manage and deliver complex procurement projects
• Comfortable working with internal stakeholders and suppliers across multiple locations
• Experience operating in an international or multi stakeholder environment is advantageous but relevant procurement experience is essential What is in it for you £45,000 to £55,000 depending on experience, with additional benefits including:
• Annual performance related bonus opportunity
• Combined employer and employee pension contributions of up to 14%
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, shared parental and paternity leave provisions