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Lead Strategic Senior Buyer
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Andover
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We’re seeking a commercially astute and strategically minded Lead Strategic Senior Buyer to join a forward-thinking procurement team. This is a unique hybrid role — around 60% strategic Supplier Account Management and 40% leadership-focused — ideal for a Procurement professional who enjoys accountability and influence without direct line management responsibilities.
You’ll combine high-level supplier strategy, performance management, and process improvement with oversight of procurement KPIs, compliance, and reporting. This position would particularly suit a Procurement Manager who wants to leverage their leadership skills in a hands-on, strategic environment without managing direct reports.
Lead Strategic Senior Buyer
Permanent
Competitive Salary
Monday–Thursday 8:00–16:45, Friday 8:00–13:00
Andover
Lead Strategic Senior Buyer
Job Description
Take strategic ownership of sourcing direct materials and services
Proactively review purchasing processes, identifying and implementing improvements
Oversee procurement performance through KPIs, audits, and compliance tracking
Produce financial reports and promote a culture of cost awareness and long-term savings
Lead supplier negotiations, contract implementation, and formal RFQ processes
Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Development, Manufacturing, and Distribution to support cost-reduction and make-vs-buy initiatives
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and strategic suppliers
Monitor and mitigate supply chain risk while ensuring supplier performance and continuous improvement
Support ERP system implementation and contribute to shaping future-state Procurement strategy
Lead Strategic Senior Buyer
Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications
Proven experience in strategic procurement or Supplier Account Management within a manufacturing environment
Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to lead through influence, driving performance without direct reports
Strong commercial and financial acumen with experience in cost and contract management
Skilled in analysing supplier risk, performance, and market trends
Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related discipline (desirable)
MCIPS/ACIPS qualification preferred
Lead Supplier Account Manager
Company Benefits
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Cycle to Work Scheme
Learning & Development Opportunities
Reward Scheme
Voluntary and Community Activities
Sports and Social Club
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