Senior Buyer

Expleo Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for a 6-month contract to enhance customer interaction within retail environments. This role involves sourcing key retail elements such as signage and furniture. Ideal candidates should have over 3 years of experience in purchasing, strong negotiation skills, and a flexible approach to dynamic needs. Candidates with a relevant degree or CIPS qualification will be preferred, and they should be able to work collaboratively across global teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience purchasing goods.
• Experience working with global colleagues.
• Understanding of category management principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead global sourcing activities for retail environment categories.
• Manage project delivery across procurement streams.
• Oversee contract management and supplier relationships.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation skills

Commercial awareness

Flexible and agile

Education

Degree and/or CIPS qualification

Job description

Expleo is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join our customer’s Global Commercial Services team within Indirect Procurement. This 6‑month contract role offers an exciting opportunity to support the transformation of the global retailer network, focusing on the look and feel of the retail environment across multiple markets.

Location: Warwickshire

Contract: 6 Months

Employer: Expleo (working with a key automotive client)

In this position, you will work closely with Retail Operations teams to enhance how customers interact with vehicles inside retail spaces. You will be involved in sourcing a wide range retail environment elements such as signage, furniture, lighting, and joinery, supporting the delivery of a modernised and premium retail identity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all global and relevant local sourcing activities related to retail environment categories.
• Manage project delivery across multiple retail-focused procurement streams.
• Conduct cost benchmarking and drive commercial improvements.
• Oversee contract management and supplier relationship management.
• Develop category strategy with a strong focus on sustainability.
• Collaborate effectively with global stakeholders to support a consistent retail experience.
• A Buyer with 3+ years’ experience purchasing goods.
• Experience working with colleagues across the globe with clear communication skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Understanding of category management principles.
• Proven internal and external relationship management capabilities.
• Flexibility and agility to adapt to evolving business needs.
• Previous experience in Retail Procurement.

Education

• Degree and/or CIPS qualification is preferable but not essential.

Interested?

Please send your CV to [e-mail]