Buyer, Business

Butler Rose is delighted to be working alongside a leading organisation within the healthcare sector who are seeking an experienced Buyer to join their Strategic Procurement team based in Stoke-on-Trent. This is a full-time permanent opportunity offering hybrid working (2 days in the office) and a salary of up to £32,073 per annum.

This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional to manage a diverse contract portfolio and support effective commercial decision-making within a complex operational environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing procurement requirements across multiple service areas, ensuring value for money, compliance, and effective supplier management.

• Manage a portfolio of contracts and procurement activities.
• Lead procurement requirements for projects valued over £20,000.
• Support the delivery of strategic procurement objectives.
• Work with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective sourcing solutions.
• Manage supplier relationships and support contract performance.
• Ensure procurement processes are compliant with relevant regulations and organisational policies.
• Provide commercial advice and support across a range of operational areas.

• Previous procurement experience at Buyer level or similar.
• Experience managing procurement processes and supplier relationships.
• Strong understanding of contract management and sourcing activities.
• Ability to work with stakeholders across different functions.
• Procurement experience within the public sector is desirable but not essential.
• Candidates from private sector backgrounds with relevant procurement experience are encouraged to apply.

• Hybrid working model (up to 3 days working from home per week).
• 27 days annual leave.
• Flexible working scheme.
• Salary sacrifice schemes.
• Opportunity to work within a large and complex organisation supporting essential services.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.