Senior Buyer - Reed : Job Details

Senior Procurement Buyer

• Location: Swindon (Hybrid Working – 3 days on-site per week)
• Salary: Up to £40K (Bonus of up to 15%, target of 8%)

Join a well-established organisation in the retail industry. We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Senior Procurement Buyer to become a key part of our Group Procurement team at our Support Centre in Swindon. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to delivering high standards through effective procurement strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Rationalise and develop the supplier base, incorporating UK, European, and International sourcing strategies.
• Plan and organise categories both tactically and strategically to optimise total value.
• Manage the end-to-end tender process (RFI/RFP) and support regular contract review processes.
• Lead small projects and contract negotiations/renewals.
• Support tender and negotiations for medium and large contracts.
• Deliver cost reduction, risk mitigation, and control of annual category spend across WHSmith.
• Provide commercial, contractual, and negotiation support to stakeholders throughout the business.
• Manage contractual relationships with suppliers during the contracting process.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a procurement role with similar responsibilities.
• Preferable experience in indirect category management.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to prioritise and operate under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in analysis with a high level of attention to detail.
• Skilled in commercial contract negotiation and contract law.
• Excellent influencing skills at all levels, capable of establishing strong working relationships both internally and externally.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working model – flexibility to work from home and in the office.
• Early finish at 4pm on Fridays.
• Flexible working hours.
• 24 days holiday plus your birthday off and bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days.
• Family-friendly leave policies.
• Company pension and Sharesave Scheme.
• Annual bonus based on company and personal performance.
• Competitive salary and staff discount card for stores and online.