Operational Buyer

Operational Buyer – Fixed term contract

We're looking for a detail-oriented procurement professional with a passion for driving efficiency and delivering results to join our Procurement team as a Regional Operations Buyer. As an Operations Buyer you will support end-to-end sourcing across the Northern Europe region, ensuring efficient and compliant operations while partnering with stakeholders and suppliers.

• Deliver end-to-end sourcing activities including Purchase Requisition s, Purchase Orders, goods/service receipt, and KPIs.
• Use SAP, Ariba Guided Buying, and Contract Management systems effectively.
• Support category strategy execution and sourcing activities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and suppliers to resolve issues and provide ongoing support.
• Apply analytical and problem‑solving skills to manage complex procurement tasks.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, Signature Guidelines, and ICs controls.
• Communicate and negotiate effectively, acting as a business partner.
• Support cross‑functional projects and category initiatives.
• Demonstrate learning agility, applying feedback and driving improvement.
• Deliver results efficiently within timelines and improve team performance.

• Previous knowledge of sourcing/P2P processes is preferred.
• Proficiency in SAP & Ariba.
• Proven stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving capability.
• High attention to compliance, process accuracy and reporting.
• Track record of Execution Excellence.
• A degree‑level qualification in a relevant area would be preferred.

• 6% employer pension contributions.
• Private health insurance and Employee Assistance Programme.
• 33 days’ holiday (inc. Bank Holidays) plus ability to purchase 5 additional days annually.
• Paid leave to work on charitable projects.
• Hilti Benefits Box – reward platform offering cycle‑to‑work scheme and shopping/lifestyle discounts/cashback.
• Flexible working options including working from home and compressed hours.
• Employee resource groups focused on gender, mental health, race, disability, LGBTQ+ and sustainability topics.