Job Description

Senior Buyer - Public Sector
Location: Belfast, Coleraine, or Derry/Londonderry ( can be any of these locations )
Contract: Permanent | Full-time (37 hrs/week) | Hybrid & Flexi-time available
Grade 6: £32,564 - £38,269

A great opportunity to join a respected public sector organisation as a Senior Buyer, delivering strategic procurement services across a wide range of goods, services, and works.

About the Role:

You'll play a key role in delivering an effective, customer-focused procurement function through category management, contract negotiation, and supplier performance. With a focus on value for money, sustainability, and legal compliance, you'll drive improvements that align with organisational strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Lead end-to-end tendering processes for complex procurement's
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  Develop and implement category plans and KPIs
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  Manage key supplier relationships and contract performance
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  Identify efficiency's and streamline procurement processes
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  Ensure legal and regulatory compliance in all procurement activities
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  Advise stakeholders and support strategic procurement decisions
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  Contribute to the development of procurement strategies and business cases

Essential Criteria:

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  Honours degree in a relevant discipline or significant experience in procurement/category management
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  Proven experience managing complex tenders and delivering value for money
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  Strong contract management skills with a focus on continuous improvement
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  Knowledge and experience with eProcurement systems
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  Solid understanding of public procurement regulations and associated risks
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  Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

This is a fantastic role for an experienced procurement professional looking to make an impact in a dynamic, forward-thinking public sector environment.

Send your CV to Colleen Farquharson via the apply link

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.