Full job descriptionProcurement Specialist / Buyer – Service Contracts
Location: Hybrid – Reading
Type: Permanent
Are you a commercially driven Procurement / Buyer professional looking to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a proactive Procurement Specialist / Buyer to join a growing procurement team, leading supplier relationships and contract negotiations within a dynamic technical services environment.
This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact by driving cost savings, improving supplier performance, and supporting key operational services across multiple sites.
What You’ll Be Doing as a Senior Buyer
*Leading negotiations on service and maintenance contracts
*Managing supplier relationships and performance
*Supporting procurement operations and contract renewals
*Producing spend and performance reporting
*Supporting bids, pricing exercises, and continuous improvement initiatives
*Providing support and guidance to a small procurement team
What We’re Looking For
Essential
*CIPS Level 4 qualified
*Minimum 2 years’ procurement experience
*Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
*Advanced Excel and analytical skills
*Experience in cost management and performance improvement
Desirable
*Experience within healthcare, medical devices, engineering, or technical services
If you have a suitable background within Procurement / Buyer and enjoy building strong supplier partnerships and delivering commercial value, we’d love to hear from you.