Strategic Buyer Lead – Global Sourcing & Cost Savings

Stannah Group; Andover; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned manufacturing company based in Andover is seeking a Senior Strategic Buyer to manage supplier relationships and drive cost reduction initiatives. The candidate should have experience in procurement account management and strong negotiation skills. This full-time role promises a market-aligned salary, profit sharing, and benefits including a pension scheme, health cash plan, and generous holiday allowance. Join our inclusive team to contribute to our success.

Benefits

Market Aligned Salary

Profit Share Bonus Scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension Scheme

SimplyHealth Cash Plan

Life Assurance Scheme

Company Benefits Discount Rewards Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement account management.
• Strong commercial negotiation and contract management skills.
• Ability to work with UK and international suppliers.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships across 2–3 commodity areas.
• Negotiate and implement supplier contracts.
• Lead supplier selection and RFQs.
• Support new product development with suppliers.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through collaboration.

Skills

Commercial negotiation

Procurement account management

Supplier relationship management

Education

MCIPS/ACIPS qualification or willingness to study

Job description

A family-owned manufacturing company based in Andover is seeking a Senior Strategic Buyer to manage supplier relationships and drive cost reduction initiatives. The candidate should have experience in procurement account management and strong negotiation skills. This full-time role promises a market-aligned salary, profit sharing, and benefits including a pension scheme, health cash plan, and generous holiday allowance. Join our inclusive team to contribute to our success.